ElsterSecure
Ditch the certificate files and passwords. Authenticate your MeinELSTER login instantly with your smartphone, whether you are in the USA or abroad.
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Log in to MeinElster using just your smartphone. No more memorizing usernames or managing outdated .pfx certificate files on your computer.
Trust in official encryption. Developed by the Bavarian State Tax Office to ensure your sensitive financial data remains protected by the highest standards.
Perfect for expats and investors. Access your tax portal instantly from the USA without waiting for international mail or physical activation codes.
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This app receives predominantly negative feedback, with users frequently criticizing its overly complex login process and unreliable functionality. Many express deep frustration with authentication methods, including difficulties with QR code scanning on devices like the iPhone 16 Pro with current iOS, the requirement for multiple devices, and persistent error codes during registration. While a small number of users found the app easy to set up and reliable, especially as an improvement over the previous ElsterSmart app, the majority highlight its bureaucratic nature and perceived failure in effective digital modernization. Recurring issues include expiring access keys and the need for physical mail to regain access, further contributing to a highly negative user experience.
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Description
Latest Version
ElsterSecure 25.2
Size
59.7 MB
First Released
Nov 26, 2022
Experience the simplest way to authenticate. Download ElsterSecure and manage your German tax obligations with ease, no matter where you are in the world.
Everything you need to know about ElsterSecure
ElsterSecure is ELSTER's new authentication app. After initial setup, it allows users to log in to MeinElster using only their smartphone, replacing certificate files or usernames.
To set up ElsterSecure, log into MeinElster, go to "Mein Benutzerkonto" > "ElsterSecure," then select "Login-Option ElsterSecure hinzufügen" to link the app.
Yes, ElsterSecure replaces the need for a certificate file or username for MeinElster login after its initial setup. Users can log in solely with their smartphone.
No, ElsterSecure authentication is currently only for MeinElster login. For submissions via third-party tax software, a certificate is still required.
ElsterSecure requires access to the device's camera(s). This permission is necessary for scanning QR codes during the authentication and setup processes.
ElsterSecure facilitates login by enabling users to scan a QR code displayed by Mein ELSTER. This process connects the app to the user's account for authentication.
Yes, a detailed privacy policy for ElsterSecure is available online. Users can find the data protection notice at www.elster.de/eportal/infoseite/elstersecure.
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