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Active Tab Tools

Save notes for any website... back up site data... get a warning before closing tabs... and more.

ProductivityBy Active Tab Tools
Free
Updated 2026-09-01

Active Tab Tools screenshots

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Overview

- Take notes for any site - Export site local storage as txt file - Import txt local storage file to a site - Apply rules before closing sites: - Ask before refreshing or closing one browser tab - Ask before refreshing or closing all browser tabs # How To Use - Install the Active Tab Tools extension in your browser # How To Uninstall The Extension - Right click on the extension icon and select "Remove from Chrome" # FAQs - Are my notes backed up? Only in the extension, notes will be lost if the extension is removed. - Is the extension backing up my local storage automatically? No, your local storage data is only backed up when you choose to export it. - What type of file does the extension use for import? Any text file. - I imported my local storage file, what's next? Local storage content are instantly available to use on the website pages - A tab is refreshing or closing without asking me, what should I do? Make sure you have engaged with the tab and applied the rule to it or all tabs. Rules only works for tabs that have had at least one user interaction. EG: click on an empty space. # Permissions - ActiveTab - to access background setting for the current tab you are on. - Scripting - to create and manage file export and import for local storage data. - Storage - to store and manage the tab specific settings and rules.

Pricing

Active Tab Tools is free. There is no paid tier to consider.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Active Tab Tools free?

Yes, Active Tab Tools is free to install and use.

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