https://blogs.windows.com/msedgedev/2022/12/05/manifest-v3-and-microsoft-edge-add-ons/
…Back in October 2020, we announced that Microsoft Edge Add-ons will support the changes proposed as part of Manifest Version 3 or MV3. Subsequently, Microsoft Edge Add-ons stopped accepting new Manifest Version 2 (MV2) extensions from July 11, 2022.
We believe that Manifest Version 3 is an important milestone in the evolution of the web, especially for our end users. Our decision to embrace MV3 changes continues to be based on our dedication to enhance privacy, security & performance for the benefit of our end users..
In keeping with recent announcements regarding Chromium MV3 timelines, we have updated our MV3 migration timeline. Organizations can continue to use MV2 extensions with the use of enterprise policy at least until January 2024.…
* What about extending Manifest V2 for ‘poor’ home users ?