# Auto mute

> Auto mute of new tabs. Possibility to enable mute tabs in private and normal mode.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/auto-mute](https://chrome-stats.com/d/auto-mute)

## Overview

- **ID:** `auto-mute`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** WaldiPL
- **Category:** privacy-security,tabs
- **Daily users:** 884
- **Weekly downloads:** 15
- **Rating:** 4.41 / 5 (22 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2resigned1
- **Last updated:** 2024-04-25
- **First published:** 2017-03-30
- **Size:** 10 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/auto-mute/)

## Description

Auto Mute is a handy Chrome extension that automatically mutes new tabs as soon as they open. Whether you're browsing in regular or private mode, this extension ensures that unsolicited audio doesn't disrupt your workflow or browsing experience. Its seamless functionality helps users maintain a quiet environment without manually managing tab sounds, making it perfect for those who open many tabs or prefer a distraction-free browsing session.

With Auto Mute, say goodbye to unexpected noises from new tabs and enjoy better control over your audio environment. Simple to use and highly effective, it supports muting tabs in both private and standard browsing modes, making it a versatile tool for all users.

## Rankings

- #3,514 — Overall
- #339 — Tabs
- #16 — auto
- #44 — autogram
- #66 — autocomplete
- #115 — author

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `tabs`
- `storage`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Moderate risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

Users appreciate Auto Mute for its simplicity and effectiveness in automatically muting new tabs, helping reduce unwanted sounds. It works well with modern Firefox versions and provides a reliable experience. However, multiple reviews mention problems with incorrect or ineffective muting of tabs containing Flash content and visual clutter caused by persistent muted icons on inactive sounds. Some find default settings unintuitive and desire features like whitelisting. Overall, the extension meets its core purpose but has room for improvement in handling special cases and user interface polish.

### Pros

- Effectively mutes new tabs automatically, fulfilling its primary purpose.
- Simple and easy to use without unnecessary complexity.
- Compatible with recent Firefox versions including Firefox Quantum.
- Provides a good user experience by reducing annoying auto-play sounds on websites.
- Reliable and stable for most use cases as praised by multiple users.

### Cons

- Issues with not muting tabs containing Flash content properly until re-muted manually.
- Muted icon shown on tabs even when they are not playing sound, causing visual clutter.
- Default settings exclude muting in normal windows, requiring manual enabling which can be confusing.
- Occasionally mutes wrong tabs or fails to mute new tabs as expected.
- Lack of a whitelist/exception feature to exclude certain sites from muting.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/auto-mute)