Tab Suspender (memory saver)

Automatically suspend (hibernate) inactive tabs to free up system resources

Tab Suspender (memory saver) - Chrome Extension

Tab Suspender (memory saver) is a Chrome extension that automatically suspends inactive tabs to free up system memory and resources. With the ability to define custom time periods for tab hibernation, this extension helps improve browser performance and optimize memory usage. It also offers various exceptions such as not suspending pinned tabs or tabs with unsaved form inputs. Bug reports and FAQs can be found on the provided links.

Extension stats

Users: 5,133+
Rating: 3.22
(27)
Version: 0.2.4 (Last updated: 2017-10-22)
Creation date: 2017-10-22
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • idle
  • notifications
  • contextMenus
  • *://*/*
  • chrome://favicon/*
Size: 89.92K
Price: Free

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Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Tab Suspender extension automatically unload (kill/hibernate) inactive tabs. This action can free up your browser memory usage.

When there are too many open tabs, your browser needs to keep their data in memory; besides, background scripts are always running. Using this extension you can define a custom time-period for inactive tabs to go to hibernate state and hence do no use memory or any kind of resources at all.

Tab Suspender accepts following exceptions for your convenience:

  1. Do not suspend pinned tabs
  2. Do not suspend tabs that contain unsaved form inputs
  3. Only auto-suspend if connected to the internet
  4. Only auto-suspend if running on battery (if battery API is available)
  5. Automatically unsuspend when tab gains focus
  6. Open a new tab in suspend mode

For bug reports please visit: https://github.com/rNeomy/tab-suspender

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User reviews

Did not work. Could only suspend tabs manually.
by Jules Lee, 2021-02-05

Fantastic! - very useful - lightweight - efficient - looks good
by Francesco, 2020-12-24

Works as intended, doesn't spam you with donations or other nonsense, I really like it over other suspenders.
by Alexander S, 2020-08-03
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Tab Suspender (memory saver) requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. 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

Tab Suspender (memory saver) may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • Critical This extension is not longer available in the store
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