Memory Releaser — Keep Only the Active Tab

Name: Memory Releaser — Keep Only the Active Tab
Author: hnetechnologies

Speed up Chrome by automatically discarding background tabs and keeping only the active tab in memory. Less RAM, fewer slowdowns.

As of June 2026, Memory Releaser — Keep Only the Active Tab has 10 users in the Productivity category.

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Version

1.0.2

Manifest V3

History

4 snapshots

Tracking since Apr 19, 2026.

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Date	Users	Rating	Reviews	Version
Apr 19, 2026	11	—	—	1.0.2
Apr 29, 2026	10	—	—	1.0.2
May 9, 2026	11	—	—	1.0.2
Jun 4, 2026	12	—	—	1.0.2
Now	10	—	—	1.0.2

Permissions & access

Permissions: tabsstorage
Host access: None declared

Screenshots

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About

Memory Releaser keeps Chrome fast by unloading background tabs and keeping only the active tab in memory.
When you switch tabs, the others auto-discard after a short “grace” delay (configurable). Discarded tabs reload instantly when you click them again.

Why install it

Cut RAM usage dramatically on tab-heavy workflows

Reduce jank and beachballs from many active tabs

One-click “Release Memory Now” when Chrome feels slow

Features

Auto-discard all non-active tabs in the current window

Smart skips: pinned tabs, audible tabs, and whitelisted hosts

Adjustable grace time (e.g., 6000 ms)

Works in normal and Incognito (if allowed)