# PKCS11 module loader

> Configures Firefox to use PKCS11 for authentication

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/pkcs11-module-loader](https://chrome-stats.com/d/pkcs11-module-loader)

## Overview

- **ID:** `pkcs11-module-loader`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Riigi Infosüsteemi Amet
- **Daily users:** 7,618
- **Weekly downloads:** 39
- **Rating:** 3.75 / 5 (16 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.5
- **Last updated:** 2019-11-05
- **First published:** 2017-11-16
- **Size:** 12 KB
- **Data as of:** 2025-12-08
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/pkcs11-module-loader/)
- **Website:** [https://www.id.ee](https://www.id.ee/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/pkcs11-module-loader/privacy/](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/pkcs11-module-loader/privacy/)

## Description

The PKCS11 Module Loader Chrome extension enables Firefox users to authenticate securely using the Estonian ID-card. It simplifies the configuration process by integrating PKCS11 support directly into Firefox, allowing seamless authentication.

Please note that, besides installing this extension, users must also install the official Estonian ID-Software, which includes necessary ID-card drivers. The ID-Software can be downloaded for your operating system via the official link: [Install ID-Software](https://www.id.ee/en/article/install-id-software/). This extension is essential for Estonian residents or anyone utilizing Estonian digital identity for secure authentication online.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `pkcs11`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Very low risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** High risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- This extension is not longer available in the store

## Review summary

Users acknowledge that the PKCS11 module loader seems to work properly; however, there are significant concerns about its authenticity and security due to discrepancies in name and icon compared to official sources. Additionally, the presence of repeated spam content in reviews reduces confidence and suggests issues with moderation or misuse of the review system.

### Pros

- The add-on appears to function correctly as intended based on positive feedback (e.g., 'Works weel').

### Cons

- Multiple reviews contain unrelated spam or promotional content, suggesting possible misuse or lack of moderation.
- Concern over legitimacy and trustworthiness due to name discrepancy and generic icon compared to official sources, raising fears of potential security risks.
- Lack of clear official branding or verification to reassure users about the add-on's authenticity.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/pkcs11-module-loader)