eID Edge Extension

Edge extension for the Belgium eID card

eID Edge Extension - Belgian eID Card Integration for Edge

The 'eID Edge Extension' is an Edge add-on that empowers you to access your Belgian eID card through our eID Identity Provider and Digital Signature Service. It requires the eID Web Browser Middleware, which enables communication with the eID card. The Middleware can be obtained manually from our website or will be proposed for installation upon the first use of the Extension.
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Add-on stats

Users: 387,896
Rating: 2.20
(49)
Version: 1.0.2 (Last updated: 2023-01-23)
Creation date: 2021-12-11
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
Size: 23.13K

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# 180 ▲ 1
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Not available on Chrome
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Not available on Firefox
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Add-on summary

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Via the eID Edge Extension you can access the Belgian eID card within our eID Identity Provider and Digital Signature Service.

The eID Edge Extension depends on the eID Web Browser Middleware to be able to access the Belgian eID card.

The installation of the eID Web Browser Middleware will be suggested upon first usage.

The eID Web Browser Middleware can also be manually downloaded from: https://www.e-contract.be/eid-chrome/releases/

User reviews

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Pros
  • Works well on Firefox
  • Some users report it works well after overcoming initial setup issues
  • Functions correctly when settings and permissions are properly configured
Cons
  • Many users report that it does not work on Microsoft Edge
  • Installation process is complicated with the need for middleware and Java
  • Frequent connectivity issues and login failures are mentioned
  • Poor overall user experience and frustration reported
Most mentioned
  • Not working on Edge
  • Complicated installation process
  • Connectivity issues and login failures
  • Works on Firefox
User reviews
TRES DIFFICILE POUR PERSONNE Aggée. ALORS LE RE FORMER PAR PAPIER,PLUS FACILE POUR CONPRENDRE LES DIVERS DETAILS MERCI
by Ginette, 2025-01-02
...quel ******* ! ça ne fonctionne pas
by V., 2024-12-18
VRAIMENT NUL!!!!!!! RIEN NE FONCTIONNE
by bernard, 2024-11-20
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

eID Edge Extension requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

eID Edge Extension has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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