It’s not recommended to share your PAN Card number on any other online platform unless it’s necessary for a legitimate purpose and you trust the recipient to handle your information securely.

PAN numbers are considered sensitive personal information and can be misused if not protected properly. Sharing it unnecessarily increases the risk of identity theft and financial fraud.

Before sharing your PAN number, consider the purpose for which it’s being asked, the recipient’s reputation, and the security measures in place to protect your information.

What are the steps to be followed if I mistakenly shared my PAN Details

If you have mistakenly shared your PAN details, you should take the following steps to protect your identity and financial information:

• Report the Incident: Contact the recipient of your PAN details and ask them to delete the information immediately. If the recipient is a legitimate entity, such as a bank or financial institution, report the mistake to their customer service department.
• Change your Passwords: Change the passwords for any online accounts that use the same login information as the platform where you shared your PAN details.
• Monitor your Accounts: Regularly monitor your bank and credit card accounts for any suspicious activity. Look for unauthorized transactions or purchases.
• Place a Fraud Alert: Place a fraud alert with the credit bureaus to notify them of the potential risk to your identity. This will make it harder for someone to open new accounts in your name.
• File a Complaint: If you suspect that your PAN details have been misused, file a complaint with the police and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Please provide them with as much information as possible, including the incident’s date and time and the recipient’s name.
• Get a New PAN Card: If you are concerned that your PAN details may have been compromised, you can apply for a new PAN card and surrender the old PAN Details with the income tax department. This will ensure that any future transactions or financial activities are conducted under a new PAN number, making it more difficult for anyone to misuse your old PAN details.