Automatab
Automatically close Safari tabs after they've been inactive for a number of minutes you choose — so forgotten tabs never pile up.
What it does
Set your limit
Choose how many idle minutes should pass before a tab is closed. Everything runs on a simple, predictable timer.
Never close what matters
Skips the active tab, pinned tabs, tabs playing audio, and the last tab in a window — so you never lose something you're using.
Whitelist your sites
Keep tabs from specific domains open indefinitely. Perfect for dashboards, docs, and tools you always keep around.
Manual controls
Sweep now to tidy up on demand, or reset all timers with a single click whenever you want a fresh start.
Private by design
Everything happens on your Mac. Automatab collects no data and talks to no servers — no accounts, no tracking.
Light and native
A small, lightweight Safari Web Extension that stays out of your way while keeping your tabs under control.
Getting started
- 1
Open Safari › Settings › Extensions and turn on Automatab.
- 2
Grant it access to websites so it can manage your tabs.
- 3
Open Automatab's Settings to set your inactivity limit and preferences.
Frequently asked questions
Is Automatab free?
Yes. Automatab is a free download on the Mac App Store.
Which browser and operating system does Automatab support?
Automatab is a Safari Web Extension for macOS. It runs inside Safari and does not work in Chrome, Firefox, or other browsers.
Does Automatab collect any of my data?
No. Automatab collects no data and processes everything locally on your Mac. It has no accounts, no analytics, and talks to no servers.
Will Automatab close the tab I am currently using?
No. By default Automatab never closes the active tab, pinned tabs, tabs playing audio, or the last tab in a window. You can also whitelist specific sites to keep them open indefinitely.
How long until an inactive tab is closed?
You choose the inactivity limit in minutes (30 by default). A tab’s timer resets whenever you focus, open, or reload it, and Automatab checks for expired tabs about once a minute.
Privacy
Automatab collects no data and processes everything on your device. No analytics, no tracking, no third parties.
Read the full Privacy Policy →