Tab Wrangler
Automatically closes inactive tabs and makes it easy to get them back
Tab Wrangler - Manage Your Tabs Efficiently
Tab Wrangler is a Chrome extension that automatically closes inactive tabs and saves them for easy re-opening. It prevents tab overload and can be configured to fit your preferences. Watch our walkthrough for more details.
Extension stats
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact 
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
- alarms
- contextMenus
- sessions
- storage
- tabs
Size: 395.26K
Email: ta*****@gmail.com
URLs: Privacy policy
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Extension summary
Too many tabs? Do you have a tab addiction? Tab Wrangler closes tabs that haven't been used recently.
See how Tab Wrangler can free your Chrome from tab clutter in our walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtP7pysqHY8
- Automatically closes idle tabs after designated time
- Prevent auto-closing from your favorite sites
- Saves closed tabs, easy to re-open
- Chrome sync saves settings between computers
- Doesn't close pinned tabs
- Lock tabs from closing
But don't worry, auto-closed tabs are stored safe and sound in the Tab Corral. Tab Wrangler is highly configurable and will save your computer and your brain from tab overload.
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Very helpful for managing open tabs and improving productivity.
- Easy to use with a simple interface.
- Automatically closes tabs as expected under normal circumstances.
- Retains tabs in groups for easier management.
Cons
- Frequently stops working or fails to close tabs as set.
- Restarting browser resets the tab closure timer.
- Issues with the auto-close feature not functioning after recent updates.
Most mentioned
- Stopped working or not functioning as intended.
- Easy to use and helpful for productivity.
- Automatically closes inactive tabs.
User reviews
Life changing!!!!
by 
Yaniv Efraim, 2024-11-10
Yaniv Efraim, 2024-11-10Doesn't work -Restarts the timer every time I go to another tab or open a new tab
by 
iamlightway (3zba), 2024-10-27
iamlightway (3zba), 2024-10-27unfortunately it doesn't work for me. it restarts the counter every time I close the browser!!!! Which is pointless!!
by 
Adrian Silesian, 2024-10-26
Adrian Silesian, 2024-10-26Extension safety
Risk impact
Tab Wrangler requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Tab Wrangler has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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