Mute Background Audio in Google Chrome™

A tool designed to silence tabs in the Chrome™ browser.

As of June 2026, Mute Background Audio in Google Chrome™ has 48 users and a 5.00/5 rating from 1 reviews in the Productivity category.

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Version
3.0.1
Manifest V3

History

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Tracking since Apr 7, 2026.

50.6431.512.36Apr 7, 2026Jun 8, 2026
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Permissions
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Host access
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About

Mute Background Audio in Google Chrome™ is a lightweight Chrome extension designed to give you control over your browsing soundscape. Whether you're working, studying, or simply trying to enjoy a quiet moment online, this tool lets you instantly mute noisy tabs — without hunting through your browser or disrupting your workflow.

The extension identifies active audio sources across your open tabs and allows you to silence them with a single click. No need to search for the culprit or manually adjust each tab — just toggle the mute and restore options directly from the extension popup. It’s built for users who value clarity, calm, and control.

Its minimalist design blends seamlessly into Chrome’s toolbar. The icon uses abstract, symbolic elements — a speaker and browser tab silhouette — to communicate its function without relying on text. Whether a tab is muted or unmuted, the visual cue is clean, intuitive, and Chrome-native.

Performance is fast and lightweight. The extension runs entirely on the client side, with no impact on page loading or browser speed. It doesn’t interfere with media playback controls or site functionality — it simply mutes the audio stream at the browser level, giving you peace without compromise.

Privacy is built in. The extension doesn’t track your browsing, store data, or interact with external services. It’s a quiet companion that respects your space and your choices, offering sound control without surveillance.

Whether you're a remote worker, student, developer, or casual browser, Mute Background Audio in Google Chrome™ helps you reclaim your attention. Add it to Chrome and enjoy a quieter, more focused web experience — one tab at a time.

Disclaimer: Please note this extension is NOT made by Google and is made by an independent development team. All copyrights belong to their respective owners. Google doesn’t endorse or sponsor this Chrome extension. This extension is not owned by, it is not licensed by and is not a subsidiary of Google Inc.

Technical

Version
3.0.1
Manifest
V3
Size
505KiB
Min Chrome
88
Languages
41
Featured
No

Metadata

ID
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Developer ID
uaddad40a8ac382dbdd6eff9f1e6efff7
Developer Email
[email protected]
Created
Feb 18, 2026
Last Updated (Store)
Feb 18, 2026
Last Scraped
Jun 8, 2026
Website
Support URL

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