Tab Auto Refresh

Automatically refresh tabs based on custom time intervals

Tab Auto Refresh: A Chrome extension for automatic tab reloading

Tab Auto Refresh is an intuitive Chrome extension that automatically refreshes specified tabs based on a customizable time interval. Simply set the desired time interval and watch as your tabs are automatically refreshed. The reload is based on tab URL and not the ID or domain. Moreover, there are easy options to stop the refreshing or to reset all ongoing tasks for all tabs. Visit the extension's homepage to report any bugs or issues.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
By: MeryDev
Users: 100,000+
Rating: 4.16
(73)
Version: 0.2.1 (Last updated: 2024-07-23)
Creation date: 2020-05-26
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • alarms
  • storage
  • notifications
Size: 52.61K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Tab Auto Refresh (v0.2.1)
47,416+ 3.72 (256)
Tab Auto Refresh (v0.2.1)
31,292+ 3.40 (5)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Simple and easy to use
  • Works great and performs its function as advertised
  • Helps in tracking deliveries and other time-sensitive tasks
  • Remembers settings and applies them effectively
  • Cache bypass feature is a plus
Cons
  • Has performance issues, using a lot of memory
  • Stopped working properly after recent browser updates
  • Requires manual resetting of time counter after each refresh
  • Does not refresh the tab for some users
  • Occasional bugs and failures to perform as expected
Most mentioned
  • Works great and fulfills its purpose
  • Stopped working after updates
  • Performance issues and high memory usage
  • Needs manual adjustments to function properly
  • Easy to use and setup
User reviews
Does the job
by Nikola Šimoníková, 2024-11-05

Simplesmente o MELHOR... O único auto-refresh que realmente funciona no meu chrome. Eu já havia testado outros e só este não dá bug e cumpre o que promete. Parabéns!
by Otávio Tallarico, 2024-09-24

Works great! Thanks.
by Priyanga Kalansuriya, 2024-09-06
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Tab Auto Refresh 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.
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Risk likelihood

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