eidReader Plugin Chrome Extension

eidReader Plugin Chrome Extension

Allows use of native eidReader plugin from Chrome

What is eidReader Plugin Chrome Extension?
The 'eidReader Plugin Chrome Extension' is a tool designed to interact with Belgian eID cards. Installed in the Chrome browser, this plugin facilities the native messaging with the eID reader software, allowing users to retrieve data, authenticate, or sign using their eID card and a PC/SC compliant smart card reader. However, its usage is exclusive to websites that are integrated with the UnifiedPost Eid solution and requires prior installation of native eID reader software.
Merlin
Stats
Users: 100,000+
Rating: 1.76 (87)
Version: 1.0.2 (Last updated: 2017-11-21)
Creation date: 2017-11-20
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
Size: 30.26K
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Merlin
Summary

Chrome extension allowing native messaging with a native Eid reader plugin.
The native Eid reader plugin allows to retrieve data, authenticate or sign with a Belgian eID card using a PC/SC complient Smart card reader.

This only works for websites integrating with the UnifiedPost Eid solution and after installing the native Eid reader plugin software.

User reviews
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Pros
    Cons
    • Doesn't work
    • Asks to download even though it's installed
    • Only shows an empty window
    • Seems to be outdated
    • Requires Java and bulky JRE
    Most mentioned
    • Non-functional/Doesn't work
    • Installation and functionality issues
    • Negative impact on user experience
    • Outdated software
    • Usage of Java and JRE
    Recent reviews
    sa ne fonctionne pas c est nul
    by maria zeufack maria zeufack, 2024-02-01

    NUL cela ne fonctionne pas
    by Leatycia Bodji Leatycia Bodji, 2023-11-17

    Werkt niet ! Doesn't work, seems to be outdated for years.
    by Sarah Connor Sarah Connor, 2022-06-11
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    Safety
    Risk impact

    eidReader Plugin Chrome Extension may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

    Risk likelihood

    eidReader Plugin Chrome Extension has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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