Microsoft Windows Edge Browser

This image displays a security prompt from the Microsoft Edge web browser on a Windows operating system. Specifically, it shows a QR code used for synchronizing passkeys or login credentials between a PC and mobile devices like iPhones or Android phones. The interface is in German, indicating a user located in a German-speaking region.

Microsoft Edge is a cross-platform web browser developed by Microsoft, which was first released for Windows 10 and Xbox One in 2015. It eventually replaced Internet Explorer as the default browser for the Windows ecosystem. The software is developed primarily in the United States at Microsoft's headquarters, though it is distributed globally through digital infrastructure and local subsidiaries.

Microsoft Corporation is a multinational technology giant headquartered in Redmond, Washington. Established in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, it has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. As of 2026 and beyond, Microsoft remains a publicly traded entity (NASDAQ: MSFT), maintaining its position as a dominant force in software, cloud computing (Azure), and personal electronics.