Tab Unloader
Unload tabs to free up system resources
Tab Unloader: A Resource-Freeing Firefox Add-on
'Tab Unloader' is a Firefox extension that unloads tabs to conserve system resources, improving browser and system performance. The extension includes auto-unloading (disabled by default), and requires permissions for accessing all website data, reading and modifying bookmarks, and accessing browser tabs, ensuring proper functionality and the ability to create a personalized browsing experience.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
By: Afnan Khan
Rating: 3.90
(50)
Weekly download count: 30
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- storage
- menus
- tabs
- bookmarks
- *://*/*
Size: 124.15K
Email: af*****@outlook.com
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated.
Pros
- Great at automatically unloading tabs after a specified period of inactivity.
- Simple and clear options without unnecessary bloat.
- Effective for managing memory usage in Firefox, especially on low-RAM devices.
- Works well with Tree Style Tab.
- Provides useful settings for unloading and reloading tabs.
Cons
- Issues with URL retrieval for unloaded tabs, causing them to be lost.
- Favicon issues where unloaded tabs show incorrect or default icons.
- Lacks a reload option for tabs, which limits functionality.
- Some users find the UI not user-friendly or intuitive.
- Doesn't automatically reload unloaded tabs.
Most mentioned
- Favicon issues with discarded tabs.
- Problems with reloading unloaded tabs.
- Automatic unloading after a period of inactivity.
- User interface and usability concerns.
- Comparison with other similar add-ons like Auto Tab Discard.
User reviews
great add-on to lighten firefox and speed it up
by Laibpeace, 2024-11-27
Tab Unloader working just fine with all previous versions of Firefox up to 118 (on Arch Linux).
Usefull settings and default settings, ie: time to auto-unload; visually shows which tabs are un/loaded; don't unload tab that's playing Audio...
Also works fine with Tree Style Tab.
by Firefox user 13197014, 2023-10-03
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Tab Unloader requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. 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
Tab Unloader has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
Risk likelihood analysis details
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