New Tab Changer

Load a custom web page or url in a new tab. Fast, light, and easy to use.

New Tab Changer is a lightweight and user-friendly Chrome extension that lets you customize what page loads whenever you open a new tab. With this extension, you can automatically redirect new tabs to any web page or local file URL — whether it's Gmail, Facebook, Twitter, or a personal webpage. Its fast performance and clear cache feature ensure smooth browsing, while support for incognito mode adds extra flexibility.

Key features include automatic focus on the URL bar, the ability to redirect to the last visited URL, and advanced statistics that track your daily max and total number of tabs opened. Setting up your new tab redirect is simple: just enter your preferred website's URL and save. New Tab Changer transforms your browsing experience by putting your favorite webpage right at your fingertips every time you open a new tab.

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By:: dummysoftware
Users:: 105,461+ -1,635
Rating:: 4.40

(35)
Version:: 2.3 (Last updated: 2024-01-07)
Creation date:: 2022-04-17
Risk:: Moderate risk impact Low risk likelihood
Permissions:: activeTab
tabs
storage
browsingData
Host permissions:: http://www.dummysoftware.com/*
https://www.dummysoftware.com/*
Size:: 107.24K
URLs:: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:: See detailed description
Source:: Edge Add-on Store
Updated:: a day ago

Ranking

# 418 ▼ 1

Other rankings

#21 in new tab keyword 46

#21 in new tabs keyword 47

#23 in redirect keyword 52

#25 in light keyword 39

#28 in setup keyword 29 ▼ 1

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New Tab Changer (v2.3)

10,000+ 4.25

(68)

User reviews

Users appreciate New Tab Changer for its simplicity, perfect functionality, and ability to customize new tab pages including local files without forcing https, something Edge lacks. It operates without slowing the browser and automatically focuses the URL bar. However, multiple users note lagging issues during scrolling and minor user interface issues such as a white flash on dark themes. A few express privacy concerns, but overall it's valued as a clean, stable, and free extension that effectively replaces Edge's restrictive default new tab behavior.

Pros

Simple and effective functionality that Edge lacks
Works perfectly with local files as new tab pages without forcing https
Does not negatively impact browser speed or performance
Allows easy customization of new tab page and sets focus to URL bar
Free and stable over time

Cons

Performance issues like lag when scrolling reported
No option to set default cursor to the search bar
Brief white flash on dark theme before loading new tab page
Some complaints about intrusive permissions and privacy concerns

Recent reviews

스크롤시 렉걸림

by 건수, 2025-03-10

새탭페이지 낚시기사 투성이라 거지같아서 깔

by 규성, 2025-02-06

Don't waste your time cost money

by John, 2024-02-22

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Extension safety

Risk impact

New Tab Changer 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

New Tab Changer has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

Medium This extension has medium user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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