AusweisApp
AusweisApp is the official eID client application developed by the German Federal Government for using the electronic identification function of German ID cards (Personalausweis) and residence permits. The app enables secure online authentication with government services, banks, insurance companies, and other organizations that support the eID function. It facilitates encrypted data exchange between your ID card and online services, eliminating the need for traditional paper-based verification processes. AusweisApp works with various card readers including NFC-enabled smartphones that can act as wireless card readers for desktop versions. The application is regularly reviewed and certified by the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) to ensure the highest security standards.
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1 suggestionBased on the search results, AusweisApp 2.4.1 appears to still be Intel-only (x86_64) architecture and has not yet been updated with native Apple Silicon support. The app will run on Apple Silicon Macs through Rosetta 2 translation, but may not deliver optimal performance or battery efficiency. Users should check the official download page at ausweisapp.bund.de or the GitHub releases page periodically for updates, as government software often receives architecture updates on longer development cycles. You may also want to contact the developer at [email protected] to inquire about native Apple Silicon support plans.
Native version · Reported by in the community.
This app may have been updated to a native build — device(s) no longer report it as Intel-only, but no explicit confirmation has been received.
Sighting data is community-sourced — version availability and pricing should be verified with the developer.
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