Max Tabs

A small extension to limit the number of open tabs.
What is Max Tabs?
'Max Tabs' is a handy Chrome extension designed to provide a solution for those struggling with too many open tabs. It operates by restricting the number of available tabs and auto-closing the oldest and least-used ones, offering a simplified, organized online experience.

Extension stats

Users: 5,000+
Rating: 3.67 (3)
Version: 1.0.3 (Last updated: 2018-10-10)
Creation date: 2018-10-10
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • management
  • storage
  • tabs
Size: 36.51K

Other platforms

MaxTabsLimit (v1.23)
4.60 (5) 89
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Extension summary

Are you tired of too many open tabs? This handy extension helps you to limit the number of open tabs. It automatically closes the oldest and at least used tabs.

User reviews

similar to firefox limit tabs
by Catalin DINU, 2023-08-18

Would be better if it did not allow to open a new tab after the limit (or if it closed the most recently opened tab instead)
by Ata Gün Öğün, 2021-10-05

Does not allow me to set a limit below 4.
by droqen, 2020-01-11
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Max Tabs requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Max Tabs has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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