Passwords stay out of the website
Passwords are stored locally in the browser profile and sent to the selected device for authentication. Approved websites receive device metadata, including username and host, but not the password.
An API bridge you control
The extension runs in Edge on a computer connected to your LAN. It checks website permissions, authenticates requests and calls the selected device.
Access per website
Access is tied to the website origin, device and permission level. You can revoke it at any time.
Flexible API access
Websites granted Full Device API access can call API paths supported by their Dahua or Hikvision firmware.
How to use it
Set up once. Approved websites can use the bridge until you revoke access or remove the device.
1
Install the extension
Install LAN Device Bridge from Microsoft Edge Add-ons. This page opens automatically after the first installation.
2
Add a device
Open extension settings, enter the IP/host, vendor and credentials, then click Test to check the connection.
3
Open your website
Open an SDK-integrated website and click the LAN Device Bridge icon on the Edge toolbar.
4
Grant access
Choose a device and access level, then reload the website to connect the bridge.
You decide what websites can do
The extension shows the website origin and selected device when you grant access. Only grant Full Device API access to websites you trust.
| Access level | What websites can do | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Read-only | Call device GET/HEAD APIs. Some device GET endpoints may still change data. | Monitoring pages, dashboards and reports. |
| Full Device API | Call HTTP APIs supported by the firmware and device account. | Internal applications for device, personnel or configuration management. |
Full Device API can allow sensitive operations such as configuration changes, user creation/deletion or device restarts, depending on the API and device account permissions.
Get started with LAN Device Bridge
If the extension is installed, open its toolbar icon in your browser to add a device and grant website access.