Octab - Smart Tab Manager

Optimize your browsing with Octab, the smart tab manager that organizes and enhances your digital life.
Manifest V3 Overrides new tab
Users:
643 11
Rating:
4.56
(16)
Version:
1.21.1 (Last updated: 2025-03-29)
Creation date:
2024-04-06
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • tabGroups
  • windows
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • alarms
  • notifications
  • sidePanel
Host permissions:
  • *://*.octab.app/*
  • *://octab.app/*
  • *://go/*
Size:
16.80M
Full description:
See detailed description
Updated:
20 hours ago

User reviews

Pros
  • Easy to save an entire window at once with one click
  • Highly customizable organization for tabs
  • Transforms workflow and enhances productivity
  • intuitive and fast interface
  • Strong customer support from developers
Cons
  • Confusing user interface and functionality
  • Tabs still clutter the browser after organizing
  • Lack of drag and drop capability between browser and Octab
  • Issues with the side panels closing unexpectedly
  • Requires frequent saving of tabs to folders
Most mentioned
  • Confusing user interface and how it functions
  • Customization and organization capabilities
  • The necessity to save tabs in a folder every time
  • Problems with the side panels
  • Positive interaction with developers
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
User reviews
I absolutely do not understand how this extension works and what's the philosophy behind it. What's the correlation between my actual tab in my browser and the octab tab as we can't drag n drop browser's tab inside an Octab folder? When we put a tab in an Octab folder, it still still sits in the browser like nothing happened and it also still sits inside the "Unorganized list" of Octab even though I organized it in a folder. If I decide to use only Octab folders and start browsing but I don't save the current page in my folder, it's just not inside any folder. So it has to be saved in a folder everytime from what I understand. Then there is left side panel, and a right side panel. I like the right one but when I click on a folder, then a tab that right side panel just closes immediately. Why? The left panel is ok but it takes more real estate space due to all the hovering icons. As I'm using vertical tabs already it just becomes tricky. Clicking the octab icon extension doesn't do anything. I have to right click, octab, open side panel... In the dashboard, we can custom our folders position etc which is great, but when we click on a folder we get a pop with icons only and it becomes quickly messy to quickly find a tab as we have to hover an icon to see the website... I didn't try the rest after an hour I just gave up. Sorry for the bad review. I miss Simple Tab Groups from Firefox.
by Seifer Flo, 2025-03-15

So far so good, looks like it's exactly what I needed. I just started using this extension today, so I don't have much experience with it yet but I might update and add additional details to my review as I become more familiar with it. I like how easy it is to save an entire window at once, with just one click of a button, and I like having the ability to edit the tabs saved within a window. I haven't tried the other features yet, but I'll try poking around a little. The little tutorial when you first start using it, showing you the most basic things you need to know, is helpful.
by Tiny Toad, 2025-02-07

I've been using Octab for months now, and it has completely transformed the way I organize my day, It keeps me focused and productive, whether I’m studying, working, or managing my daily routine, the level of customization and integration Octab offers is incredible. It’s fast, intuitive, and has become an essential tool for me. I highly recommend Octab to anyone looking for a smarter and more efficient way to manage their workflow!!🚀🔥
by Dean Meneses, 2025-01-30
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Extension safety

Risk impact
High risk impact

Octab - Smart Tab Manager requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. 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
Moderate risk likelihood

Octab - Smart Tab Manager is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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