Tab Wrangler

Automatically closes inactive tabs and makes it easy to get them back

Tab Wrangler is a powerful Chrome extension designed to manage tab overload by automatically closing tabs that have been idle for a set period. It helps users maintain a clean and organized browser by preventing tab clutter without losing important pages.

Key features include automatic closure of inactive tabs, the ability to protect certain tabs from closing, saving and listing closed tabs for easy recovery, and the exclusion of pinned tabs or those playing audio to avoid disruptions. Auto-closed tabs are safely stored in the "Tab Corral," enabling seamless restoration. With high configurability, Tab Wrangler optimizes your browsing experience by saving system resources and enhancing focus.

By:
tabwrangler
Users:
60,000
Rating:
4.42
(938)
Version:
7.8.0 Last updated: 2025-02-19
Creation date:
2020-02-11
Risk:
Moderate risk impact Very low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • alarms
  • contextMenus
  • sessions
  • storage
  • tabs
Size:
465.92K
Email:
ta*****@gmail.com
URLs:
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Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Chrome Web Store
Updated:
a day ago

User reviews

Users appreciate Tab Wrangler's simplicity and effectiveness in managing excessive tabs and enhancing productivity. However, multiple reviews complain about the auto-close functionality failing or resetting timers when switching tabs. Some report it only works online and has occasional issues with pinned tabs or saved tabs. Overall, it is praised for reducing browser clutter but needs fixes to reliability and functionality.
Pros
  • Helps manage and organize many open tabs, improving productivity.
  • Easy to use with a simple and user-friendly interface.
  • Effective at closing inactive tabs automatically when it works.
  • Generally improves browser performance by reducing tab clutter.
  • Loved by users for improving quality of life and reducing 'tab overload'.
Cons
  • The auto-close feature often stops working or is inconsistent, tabs not closing after the set time.
  • Timer resets when switching tabs, preventing tabs from being closed automatically.
  • Some users report the extension only works when online and fails offline.
  • Issues with pinned tabs being incorrectly displayed or auto-locked tabs being unlocked.
  • The 'auto-close if more than' setting is confusing and can prevent tabs from closing as expected.
Recent reviews
Cool but needs the AI tab grouping add-on badly, everyone wants that and the Chrome one is trash. Add that it is best in class, also add privacy info...do you see your tabs or other info?
by *****, 2025-05-13

很好用,希望可以添加白名单功能,有些TAB是希望长驻保活的
by ha*****, 2025-04-23

Не работает. 3 секунды и таймер сам обновляется для всех открытых вкладок. Естественно, ничего не закрывается. :(
by Ро*****, 2025-04-01
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Tab Wrangler 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.
Risk likelihood

Tab Wrangler has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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