xTab

Limit the maximum number of tabs that can be open at the same time.

xTab Chrome Extension

xTab is a powerful Chrome extension designed to help you manage and limit the number of tabs open in your browser. With xTab, you can set your preferred maximum tab limit and decide which tabs should be closed when that limit is reached. You can choose from options like least recently used, least accessed, or oldest tabs, or even block new tabs from opening altogether when the limit is met.

With added features to avoid closing pinned tabs or audio-playing tabs, xTab ensures a seamless browsing experience. Whether it’s for personal use or in an enterprise environment, xTab is customizable to fit your needs. Keep your browser organized and efficient with xTab!

User reviews

Pros
  • Helps with tab management and productivity
  • Effective in limiting the number of tabs opened
  • Easy to use and set limits on tabs
  • Works well on Chrome and some other browsers like Edge
  • Has features to close the least used tabs and block new tabs from opening
Cons
  • Frequently experiences bugs that prevent functionality in multiple browsers
  • Issues with resetting or not displaying the settings interface
  • Sometimes allows new windows to bypass the tab limit
  • Problems with disappearing icon and unreliability after updates
  • Not functioning consistently on certain browsers like Opera
Most mentioned
  • Stopped working or has bugs after updates
  • Works well for productivity when functional
  • Interface issues or failing to display settings
  • Limitations not enforced when opening new windows
  • Disappearing badge or icon in the browser
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
User reviews
Parfait pour limiter ma charge mentale (et de RAM)
by Guillaume S, 2024-10-25

24.11.2024 MS Edge 131 заработало опять, странно!!! 21.10.2024 г. Перестало работать!!!! MS Edge 130.0.2849.46 вместо настроек белое окно и количество вкладок перестало ограничивать. В Google Chrome и ЯндексБраузере работает!!!

everything's perfect, helped me to cure my less focus time.
by The Phoenix, 2024-10-17
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Extension safety

Risk impact
Moderate risk impact

xTab requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
Very low risk likelihood

xTab has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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