eID Edge Extension

Edge extension for the Belgium eID card
What is eID Edge Extension?
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

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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# 175 ▼ 2
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eID Chrome Extension (v1.0.2)
1.68 (307) 800,000
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 perfectly in some situations.
  • Easy installation for some users.
  • Adds value to the browser ecosystem for certain tasks.
Cons
  • Complex setup requiring Java and middleware.
  • Does not work consistently on Edge.
  • Requires navigating through many settings and potential software conflicts.
  • Frequent failures and issues reported by users.
Most mentioned
  • Does not work on Edge.
  • Installation of additional software is required.
  • Works better on Firefox.
  • Issues with identity verification.
  • Frequent user frustration and complaints.
User reviews
VRAIMENT NUL!!!!!!! RIEN NE FONCTIONNE
by bernard, 2024-11-20
Du Belge quoi...rien ne fonctionne dans se pays
by eric, 2024-09-02
Completely pointless and useless. Why not implementing ItsMe??
by Mattia, 2024-06-28
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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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