SBI YONO App Aadhaar Link Scam: Government Fact-Checks Viral Claim, Warns Users

• A viral message claims SBI YONO app will be blocked if Aadhaar is not updated via an APK file.
• PIB Fact Check unit confirmed the claim is fake; SBI never sends links or APK files for updates.
• Clicking unknown links or downloading APKs can install malicious software, compromising sensitive data.
• SBI has issued its own alert, warning customers against fake APK links designed to steal money and personal information.
• Users are advised to ignore such messages, not click links, and only download apps from official app stores.

Why It Matters: Government and SBI warn against fake messages claiming Aadhaar-YONO link; avoid suspicious links and APKs.