Last Tab Keeper
This extension create a new tab automatically if last two tabs are not a new tab when a tab closed.
What is Last Tab Keeper?
"Last Tab Keeper" is a functional Chrome extension designed to automatically create a new tab when the last one is closed. This smart tool ensures your chrome browser remains open by taking over this small but crucial operation, especially when the last tab isn’t blank. While it aims to enhance productivity and save time, it preserves Chrome's default behavior to quit when a blank last tab is closed. Importantly, it respects user privacy and does not collect history data.

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Summary
Would you like to open a new tab after closing last tab? It may be helpful. This extension create a new tab automatically instead of your operation.
LastTabKeeper only creates a new tab when a last tab is not blank. When you close a last tab blank, Chrome can quit. (as same as default behavior)
Note : This extension doesn't collect history data.
Ver 1.2.5
Minor change (to support Chrome v23 or later)
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- Works as expected
- Simple and effective solution
- Prevents accidental closing of tabs
- Excellent and wonderful program
Cons
- Doesn't work
- Installed itself and flooded Chrome with ads
- Can't move a tab back to its original window
- Creates many tabs in the active window when it's refreshed
- Malware
Most mentioned
- Issues with functionality
- Automatically installs
- Issue with tabs management
- Positive effect on workflow
Safety
Risk impact
Last Tab Keeper may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.
Risk likelihood
Last Tab Keeper has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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