1. Raindrop.io
Visual bookmark manager that replaces messy tab hoarding.
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Covers similar ground in the Tab Management category: Visual bookmark manager that replaces messy tab hoarding.
Best Easy Private Bookmarks Alternatives in 2026
Easy Private Bookmarks is a strong option, but it is not the right fit for everyone. Below are 10 alternatives compared on rating, install base, pricing and the use case each one actually wins on.
About Easy Private Bookmarks
Quickly and easily lock a bookmark in its original place. Locked bookmarks sync across devices just like normal bookmarks. This extension allows you to password protect your bookmarks so they are kept private, but still allows easy access from the bookmarks bar, as long as you remember your password. To use this in Incognito mode, you need to enable it first: - Go to chrome://extensions - Find the extension, click Details - Toggle the button "Allow in Incognito" to allow the extension to run in incognito mode. Warning: no password recovery [FAQ]: Q: I have just updated to version 2.0 and my old locked links can't be recognized or unlocked? A: Sorry for the inconvenience. Please don't modify those bookmarks. We have fixed the auto migrate bug in version 2.1. After updating to version 2.1. Go to the Options page (Right click on the icon -> Options) And then use the Manual Migrate feature to migrate those old links. [Patch Notes] v2.1.0 - Complete Bookmark Editing Features - Adding Folder - Changing Bookmark Title & URL - Changing Folder Title - Deleting Bookmarks & Folders - Critical Bug Fixes - Added Manual Migration - UI improvements to better display remaining time of temp. key - Many UX/UI detail improvements ## v2.0.0 - Rewrote from ground up to `revive` the codebase - The old codebase refused to compile :/ - But now I can use great tools to super-charge my workflow :D - Improves locking safety. - The public & private key process wasn't fully implemented, now it is! :D - And hence the migration required :/ - Adding Current Tab as Bookmark - Adds `Peeking`. No more manually decrypting to see the link title! - Many UI/UX refinements. Better color consistency & read-ability improvements - Adds Icon (Favicon) preview for all URLs! :D ## v1.0.0 - First version! - Locking Bookmarks - Filteirng Bookmarks - Searching Bookmarks
Comparison at a glance
| Extension | Rating | Users | Pricing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy Private Bookmarks (original) | 3.6 | 5K+ | Free | Easiest way to create and manage password secured bookmarks. Open-source so you can trust. |
| Raindrop.io | 4.1 | 400K+ | Freemium | People replacing tab hoarding with organised bookmarks |
| EverSync - Sync bookmarks, backup favorites | 4.1 | 200K+ | Free | Synchronize your bookmarks, FVD Speed Dials. Secure online access. Backup, restore your bookmarks. Sync favorites between computers |
| floccus bookmarks sync | 4.4 | 100K+ | Freemium | Sync your bookmarks privately across browsers and devices |
| IE Tab | 4.3 | 4M+ | Freemium | Display web pages using IE within Chrome. Use Java, Silverlight, ActiveX, Sharepoint, and more. |
| OneTab | 4.4 | 2M+ | Free | Anyone who habitually keeps 30+ tabs open and wants a fast, no-account way to clear them. |
| Session Buddy | 4.7 | 900K+ | Free | Researchers and power users who need durable, searchable session backups rather than a quick tab dump. |
| Tabby Cat | 4.4 | 500K+ | Free | A new friend in every tab. |
| Speed Dial [FVD] - New Tab Page, 3D, Sync... | 4.7 | 400K+ | Free | New Tab Page Replacement with 3D Speed Dial and predefined images, sync and organize your bookmarks, groups, and most visited |
| Infinity New Tab | 4.6 | 400K+ | Free | Infinity New Tab allows you to customize your New Tab page |
| Bonjourr · Minimalist New Tab Page | 4.9 | 300K+ | Free | A beautiful and customizable new tab page inspired by iOS, designed for a calm and focused browsing experience. |
Easy Private Bookmarks alternatives in detail
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2. EverSync - Sync bookmarks, backup favorites
Synchronize your bookmarks, FVD Speed Dials. Secure online access. Backup, restore your bookmarks. Sync favorites between computers
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Covers similar ground in the Tab Management category: Synchronize your bookmarks, FVD Speed Dials. Secure online access. Backup, restore your bookmarks. Sync favorites between computers
3. floccus bookmarks sync
Sync your bookmarks privately across browsers and devices
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Covers similar ground in the Tab Management category: Sync your bookmarks privately across browsers and devices
4. IE Tab
Display web pages using IE within Chrome. Use Java, Silverlight, ActiveX, Sharepoint, and more.
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Another popular Tab Management extension: Display web pages using IE within Chrome. Use Java, Silverlight, ActiveX, Sharepoint, and more.
5. OneTab
Collapse all open tabs into a single tidy list and reclaim memory.
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Another popular Tab Management extension: Collapse all open tabs into a single tidy list and reclaim memory.
6. Session Buddy
Session manager that saves and restores full browsing sessions.
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Another popular Tab Management extension: Session manager that saves and restores full browsing sessions.
7. Tabby Cat
A new friend in every tab.
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Another popular Tab Management extension: A new friend in every tab.
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8. Speed Dial [FVD] - New Tab Page, 3D, Sync...
New Tab Page Replacement with 3D Speed Dial and predefined images, sync and organize your bookmarks, groups, and most visited
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Another popular Tab Management extension: New Tab Page Replacement with 3D Speed Dial and predefined images, sync and organize your bookmarks, groups, and most visited
9. Infinity New Tab
Infinity New Tab allows you to customize your New Tab page
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Another popular Tab Management extension: Infinity New Tab allows you to customize your New Tab page
10. Bonjourr · Minimalist New Tab Page
A beautiful and customizable new tab page inspired by iOS, designed for a calm and focused browsing experience.
Why it replaces Easy Private Bookmarks: Another popular Tab Management extension: A beautiful and customizable new tab page inspired by iOS, designed for a calm and focused browsing experience.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Easy Private Bookmarks?
Raindrop.io is the closest match. Covers similar ground in the Tab Management category: Visual bookmark manager that replaces messy tab hoarding.
Is there a free alternative to Easy Private Bookmarks?
Yes — EverSync - Sync bookmarks, backup favorites, OneTab, Session Buddy are free.