# Tab Count Icon

> A simple tab counter. Shows number of open tabs.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/tab-count-icon](https://chrome-stats.com/d/tab-count-icon)

## Overview

- **ID:** `tab-count-icon`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** lllusion3418
- **Category:** appearance,tabs
- **Daily users:** 1,362
- **Weekly downloads:** 11
- **Rating:** 4.58 / 5 (55 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.12.1
- **Last updated:** 2021-08-01
- **First published:** 2017-03-26
- **Size:** 24 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/tab-count-icon/)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/lllusion3418/webext\_tab\_number](https://github.com/lllusion3418/webext_tab_number)

## Description

**Tab Count Icon** is a straightforward Chrome extension designed to keep track of your browsing tabs. It displays a small icon on your browser toolbar showing the exact number of open tabs in real-time. This simple yet effective tool helps users stay organized by providing constant awareness of their tab usage, preventing overload and improving productivity.

With its minimalist design, Tab Count Icon runs smoothly without interfering with your browsing experience, making it ideal for users who want a quick visual cue about their tab count without any complex features or distractions.

## Rankings

- #2,803 — Overall
- #269 — Tabs
- #8 — icon
- #9 — word count
- #13 — country
- #26 — counter

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `storage`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Very low risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

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

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## Review summary

Reviews consistently praise Tab Count Icon for its large, easily readable tab counter and broad customization (font size/color, badge mode, appearance options). Many users appreciate that it requires no permissions and is straightforward to use, with a highly visible icon that can live in the toolbar or moved to the menu bar for quick glanceability. The main drawback is poor or inconsistent dark-theme support, including unreadable numbers on dark themes. Some users request features like showing non-hidden vs all tabs or a Chrome version, but overall the extension is well-regarded for readability and personalization.

### Pros

- Very large, readable tab count with a customizable font size.
- Extensive customization options including font color/size, badge display mode, and two appearance modes.
- No permissions required / privacy-friendly.
- Highly visible icon with flexibility to place it in the toolbar or the menu bar for quick glanceability.
- Reliable and easy to use; generally just works with sensible defaults.

### Cons

- Dark theme compatibility is inconsistent: numbers may be unreadable (e.g., black on dark backgrounds) or automatic color switching between themes isn’t always reliable.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/tab-count-icon)