The Great Suspender (notrack)

Make your computer run smoothly by suspending the tabs you aren't using

The Great Suspender (notrack) - Enhance Chrome Performance

The Great Suspender (notrack) is a trustworthy Chrome extension that suspends tabs not being used, helping to ease the load off your computer. This version removes analytics tracking and rogue .js files, addressing privacy concerns. By ensuring the inactive tabs no longer use your computer's resources, it improves the overall performance. From the reputable developer aciidic, it's a secure alternative to other versions currently on the web store.
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Extension stats

By: bess
Users: 70,000+
Version: 7.1.12 (Last updated: 2023-10-27)
Creation date: 2021-06-09
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • storage
  • history
  • unlimitedStorage
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • file://*/*
  • chrome://favicon/*
  • contextMenus
  • cookies
Size: 508.93K

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Extension summary

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The Great Suspender - Without Analytics Tracking

Codebase: https://github.com/aciidic/thegreatsuspender-notrack

I take no credit for this code, I'm simply putting it on the web store because I have trouble trusting all the other Great Suspender extensions and this one comes directly from the latest (7.1.12 notrack) release by aciidic.

The Great Suspender - Without Analytics Tracking

PLEASE NOTE: If you are switching to this extension from a different version of TheGreatSuspender, first export your tabs from the plugin settings window then, after updating, re-import your suspended tabs. Alternatively unsuspend (or bookmark) your existing suspended tabs before upgrading - you can find "unsuspend all tabs" by clicking on the extension icon in the top right corner of Chrome

Import/Export Instructions: https://i.imgur.com/jgr0qEd.png

This is a modified version of "The Great Suspender" to remove analytics tracking and rogue .js files from anonymous developer who is now in control of the GitHub source & web store versions.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Very effective and helpful.
  • Useful for managing multiple tabs, especially on older machines.
  • Has been considered a necessary tool for users with many open tabs.
  • Some users appreciate that it's a good companion for Chrome's memory optimization.
Cons
  • No longer available due to not following best practices for Chrome extensions.
  • Causes issues with tab management, such as replacing tab icons and difficulty restoring tabs after disabling.
  • Concerns about the extension's future support and compatibility with Chrome's new policies.
  • Lost sessions or data issues reported after uninstalling.
Most mentioned
  • The extension may stop functioning due to Chrome's removal of manifest v2 extensions.
  • Issues with suspended tabs and their management.
  • User frustrations about losing access to saved tabs and sessions.
  • Incompatibility or problems when used in conjunction with other extensions like Tabli.
User reviews
by Post, 2024-12-17

This extension is no longer available because it doesn't follow best practices for Chrome extensions.
by Alterem Liu, 2024-12-11

Very effective and helpful.
by MR. Sayeed, 2024-12-08
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Extension safety

Risk impact

The Great Suspender (notrack) requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

The Great Suspender (notrack) has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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