Disable automatic tab discarding

Name: Disable automatic tab discarding
Rating: 3.763440860215054 (372 reviews)
Author: World_Languages

Stops Chrome from suspending tabs, and reloading them when you switch to them.

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The "Disable Automatic Tab Discarding" Chrome extension stops Chrome from suspending your open tabs and reloading them when you switch back. It marks every tab as "not auto discardable" automatically, helping you keep your browsing uninterrupted without the hassle of reloading content. The extension requires no configuration; simply install and it works in the background.

If you're experiencing issues with Chrome discarding tabs too aggressively, this extension can mitigate that behavior. Note that in low memory situations, some tabs might still be discarded due to system constraints. You can verify the extension's operation by visiting chrome://discards and checking that all tabs are marked "not auto discardable." This open-source tool is ideal for users wanting consistent tab retention without performance impacts.

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1.0.5 Last updated: 2024-06-18

Creation date:

2019-11-03

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Size:

30.64K

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Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

13 hours ago

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# 1,752 ▼ 39

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#6775 in Workflow & Planning ▼ 5 #7 in disable keyword 32 #215 in tab keyword 81 ▲ 8

User reviews

Disable automatic tab discarding generally fulfills its purpose across multiple Chromium browsers by preventing tabs from being discarded automatically, offering a lightweight, set-it-and-forget-it experience. It is especially appreciated by users wanting to keep videos or important tabs active. However, some users experience reliability issues with the extension ceasing to function after updates or crashes on specific browsers like Opera GX. Confusion arises due to the lack of interface since the extension works silently. Additionally, it doesn't stop auto-refreshes or stream pausing on certain sites, limiting its scope.

Pros

Effectively disables automatic tab discarding as intended, preventing unwanted suspension of tabs.
Works well across various Chromium-based browsers such as Chrome, Opera GX, Brave, Yandex Browser, Maxthon, and Vivaldi.
No additional UI or settings, operates unobtrusively in the background, making it lightweight and convenient.
Helps in scenarios like keeping tabs active for videos or long sessions without auto-pausing or discarding.
Positive long-term user experiences reported, some using it successfully for years.

Cons

Several users report the extension stopped working recently or fails to work at all, including on Opera GX and other Chromium browsers.
Some users mistakenly expect a user interface or settings panel, but the extension has none, leading to confusion.
A few users mention crashes or instability when opening new tabs while the extension is enabled.
No effect on preventing auto-reloading or pausing of some web content like Facebook streams or video streams paused when tab is out of focus.
A minority mention ads being allowed after updates, though it's unclear if this is related to the extension itself or external issues.

Recent reviews

Has stopped working.

Brenda, 2025-03-31

Causing crashes on Opera GX when i open a new tab

Joel Etinoff, 2025-03-13

Genial, gracias a ella evito la molesta suspensión de pestañas. La usé en Chrome y en Yandex Browser y funciona perfecto.

Mikh Luna, 2024-08-27

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Disable automatic tab discarding does not require any sensitive permissions.

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Disable automatic tab discarding has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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