Lock it

Extension allows you to lock tabs based on address. If you lock a website you'll be asked for prompt on close.
What is Lock it?
Lock it is a Chrome extension called 'Lock it' that provides the functionality to lock specific tabs based on their address. This prevents accidental closure of important websites. Additionally, Lock it has a feature called deadlock that reopens closed tabs even after a warning prompt. However, selecting this option is not recommended and can be accessed in the Lock it extension options.

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2022-03-22
Users: 9,000+
Rating: 3.30 (103)
Version: 0.3 (Last updated: 2014-10-08)
Creation date: 2014-10-08
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • management
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 120.83K

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Update: Added deadlock feature, allows you to have your tabs reopened even if you close them after warning. Selecting this option is not recommended. Deadlock can be found in Lock it extension options.

User reviews

Works exactly as I needed. No more accidentally closing a tab. Fantastic.
by Denis Cowley, 2022-02-26

Deadlock is what I needed
by Chen VinC, 2022-01-02

This is broken.
by Oscar William, 2021-12-29
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Lock it requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Lock it may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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