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      • 06 May 2026
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      Axiad Conductor OS Bridge

      • Updated on 06 May 2026
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      What is Axiad Conductor OS Bridge?

      Axiad Conductor OS Bridge is a software that works with the Axiad Conductor Browser Extension (our browser extension) to issue any certificate-based identity device that connects to your computer, such as:

      • smart cards (for example, IDEMIA and Gemalto smart cards),
      • security devices (for example, Feitian and Yubico devices), or
      • TPM-bound (such as Virtual Smart Cards and Windows Hello for Business).
      NOTE
      • You must install the Axiad Conductor OS Bridge software to use the Axiad Conductor Browser Extension, and you must install the Axiad Conductor Browser Extension if you use any of the above-mentioned devices.
      • Axiad Conductor OS Bridge is not required for FIDO2, OTP, or Axiad ID credentials.

      How Does It Work?

      Axiad Conductor OS Bridge software provides the Axiad Conductor Browser Extension (our browser extension) low-level access to certificate-based identity devices (such as a security key or smart card). This allows connection from these identity devices to the Axiad portals (the Unified Portal, the Operator portal, and the Support portal).

      What Operating Systems and Architectures Are Supported?

      Axiad Conductor OS Bridge runs natively on the following platforms:

      • Windows (x64)

      • macOS on Apple Silicon (M-series Macs) — starting with version 1.8.1

      • macOS on Intel

      Starting with version 1.8.1, the macOS installer is a single package that contains a Universal binary, so the same .pkg works on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. The Bridge runs natively on Apple Silicon — Rosetta 2 is not required.

      NOTE

      If you need to confirm the architecture support of an installed copy on macOS, you can run file /Library/com.axiadids.pcsc.bin in Terminal. On version 1.8.1 and later, the output should list both x86_64 and arm64, confirming the Universal binary is in place.

      Can I install it myself?

      You can download the latest version of Axiad Conductor OS Bridge by clicking one of the links below:

      For Windows: Axiad Conductor for Windows

      For macOS: Axiad Conductor for macOS

      Can I Automatically Install and Deploy This for My Users?

      Yes, you can automatically install and deploy Axiad Conductor OS Bridge for your users.

      For Windows

      Prerequisites

      Install the latest version of Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable downloads

      • The Axiad Conductor OS Bridge is installed via an .msi file, which supports all standard MSI configuration options. This .msi file does not offer any custom installation options.

      • Deploy the installer with GPOs, script, or any third-party package deployment solution.

      For MacOS

      • Axiad Conductor OS Bridge is installed via a .pkg file.  There are no custom installation options.

      • Install the package automatically using a script or an endpoint management solution.

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