Type of USB port used on MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2012)

Hello,

I need some advice before buying some third-party kit.

I live in Belgium, which has electronic ID cards (i.e. fitted with a chip). I need to buy an electronic ID card reader to connect my ID card to my MacBook Pro dating from mid-2012. The eID card readers are available with either USB-A or USB-C connections.

https://www.act-connectivity.com/en-us/external-usb-c-smartcard-eid-card-reader-black-ac6020

The tech specs on my MacBook don't tell me which type of USB port is used, just the speed, i.e. USB 3.

MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2012) - Technical Specifications (UK)

So my question is what type of USB ports are generally used by Apple, and in particular on my Mac book model? If Apple uses USB-C, will I need a USB-C to USB adapter?

Thanks for your advice,

Russ