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

By: e-Contract.be BV

Users: 464,962

33.64K

Rating: 2.10

(52)

1 new ratings

Version: 1.0.2 (Last updated: 2023-01-23)

Creation date: 2021-12-11

Risk:

Permissions:

nativeMessaging

Size: 23.13K

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 170 ▲ 8

Other rankings

#43 in card keyword 51

#43 in chrome extension keyword 84 ▲ 1

#139 in usage keyword 59 ▲ 4

#151 in chrome browser keyword 89 ▲ 9

#189 in extension keyword 60 ▼ 10

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Other platforms

Not available on Chrome

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Edge Add-on Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

Pros

If it works, users report that it functions as intended and allows access to necessary services.
Some users mentioned that it works immediately under certain conditions.
Has potential value if properly implemented.

Cons

Does not consistently work with Microsoft Edge, causing significant frustration among users.
Difficulties in installation, requiring additional software like Java and middleware which complicates the use.
Many users report being unable to connect or log in to official sites, leading to a sense of hopelessness about the product's effectiveness.
Limited functionality compared to competitors like ItsMe, which some believe could offer a better solution.
Issues with user interface and support for older users, making it hard to navigate and use.

Most mentioned

Doesn't work or connect reliably in Edge, unlike other browsers like Firefox.
Installation requires additional steps that complicate user experience.
Users express significant frustration due to ongoing connectivity issues.
Some users reported a complete lack of functionality despite successful installation.

User reviews

want 0 sterren gaat niet, werkt niet, met dank aan een overheid die het bestaan van itsme nog niet kent

by Adriaan, 2025-03-11

impossible de me connecte

by marianne, 2025-02-28

ça ne fonctionne jamais ! idéal pour avoir une crise de nerfs quand on a besoin d'accéder aux sites officiels

by manuela, 2025-02-19

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

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

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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