Google’s LBS can redirect specific URLs to a separate IE window. It doesn’t embed IE into Chrome, but it automates the switch.
A: Yes. The free version resets session state every 30 minutes. For a public kiosk or long-running session, you must buy a license.
The short answer: Yes, but only if Microsoft Edge native IE Mode fails your specific use case.
To understand the license key, you have to distinguish between the two main versions of the software. This is where most users get confused.
1. IE Tab (The Basic Extension) This is the version found on the Chrome Web Store. For the vast majority of casual users, this version is completely free. It embeds the Internet Explorer rendering engine (MSHTML) directly into the Chrome tab.
2. IE Tab Enterprise This is the paid version designed for corporate environments. It includes advanced features that system administrators often require.
The free version displays a small “IE Tab” watermark and periodic upgrade reminders. The license removes all third-party branding.
A: No. IE Tab requires the Windows version of Chrome/Edge because it launches actual IE components. On Mac or Linux, it will prompt an error.