Since its inception, I’ve found DigiLocker to be India’s most trusted document storage application, promoted by the Indian Government as part of its digitization initiative. The app aims to provide secure and convenient access to sensitive documents from any location.
Indian corporate bodies have also developed websites allowing users to download documents, but DigiLocker simplifies this process by consolidating all necessary documents. Recently, Google integrated DigiLocker into its Files app, further enhancing the accessibility and convenience of this digital document solution.
Google Announces Integration of DigiLocker with Files App
At the Google for India conference, Google announced a partnership with DigiLocker to integrate it into their Files app. With the release of Android 12, Google’s Files app is now included on nearly every device. Google recognized that DigiLocker had exceeded its download records in March of this year and proposed to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) that it be integrated into their Files app.
On Monday, the partnership was finalized after MEITY shared a video on Twitter confirming the collaboration. In a tweet, Google stated that integrating DigiLocker with their Files app would lead to an enhanced digital experience. It also thanked Shri Abhishek Singh, CEO of Karmayogi Bharat, for proposing a success. This partnership allows India to experience the benefits of digitization with the speed and trust of Google.
It is currently unknown when the integration of DigiLocker into Google’s Files app will take effect, as neither Google nor the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) have announced a specific date. It also needs to be determined if the integration will be available on iOS and Android devices. Seeing the efforts put into this integration once development begins will be interesting.
Another announcement made at the annual Google for India conference was the expansion of monetization opportunities for creators on YouTube. In addition, you’ll soon be able to perform multi-searches and in-video searches on the platform. These updates are still in the development phase, but it will be interesting to see the future of these new features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is DigiLocker a trusted app?
Yes, DigiLocker is a trusted and secure app that is hosted under ISO 27001 standards.
Q2. How do I access DigiLocker?
You can access DigiLocker at digilocker.gov.in.
Q3. What is the use of the Google Files app?
The Google Files app can be used to free up space on your device and to browse and share your files.
Q4. Is Google File safe?
Yes, Google File is a secure space where data is stored with the added trust of being managed by Google.