Unload Tab

Unload tabs to free up resources. Discards tabs to the same unloaded state as when Firefox is launched. Adds a context menu to the tab, and the hotkey Alt+x.

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Unload Tab is a useful Firefox extension designed to help manage your browser's memory usage by discarding tabs. It reverts tabs to the same unloaded state as when Firefox is launched, freeing up valuable system resources without closing the tabs entirely.

The extension integrates seamlessly with your browsing experience by adding a context menu option on tabs and enabling quick unloading via the Alt+x hotkey. This allows users to easily free up memory from inactive or heavy tabs, improving browser performance and responsiveness without losing track of their open webpages.

Add-on Productivity Utilities

By:

Daily users:

161 -5

Rating:

3.13

(30)

Version:

1.4.0 Last updated: 2024-12-01

Version code:

5853525

Creation date:

2017-09-30

Risk:

Permissions:

tabs
http://*/*
https://*/*
contextMenus
activeTab

Size:

9.13KB

Source:

Firefox Browser Add-ons

Updated:

a day ago

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# 7,997 ▼ 84

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Risk impact

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

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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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Unload Tab is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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