Belgium eID

Belgium eID

Use the Belgian electronic identity card (eID) in Firefox

What is Belgium eID?
Belgium eID is a helpful Firefox add-on that enables users to leverage their Belgian electronic identity card (eID) online. It is essential for online verification and transactions in Belgium, ensuring a seamless online experience. Note that, for this add-on to function correctly, the eID middleware should be installed onto your computer. Users are advised to connect the card reader before starting Firefox. Obtain the middleware for your operating system at eid.belgium.be.
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By: BOSA
Version: 1.0.32 (Last updated: 2021-03-03)
Creation date: 2009-11-27
Weekly download count: 2,279
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • pkcs11
  • notifications
Size: 11.75K
URLs: Website
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Summary

Use the Belgian electronic identity card (eID) in Firefox. In addition to this add-on, the eID middleware should also be installed on your computer: download the middleware for your operating system on eid.belgium.be.

The card reader should be connected before starting Firefox.

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Pros
    Cons
    • Difficult to install
    • Does not work consistently
    • Unable to change the selected certificate
    Most mentioned
    • Difficult to install and make the connection
    • Works inconsistently
    • Unable to change the selected certificate
    Recent reviews
    by Sulman Rudolf, 2024-04-29

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    Safety
    Risk impact

    Belgium eID may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing.

    Risk likelihood

    Belgium eID has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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