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How Do I Stop Google Chrome From Closing All Tabs?

Published in Google Chrome 3 mins read

Here's how to prevent Google Chrome from unexpectedly closing your tabs:

There are several reasons why Chrome might be closing your tabs automatically. Here are the most common solutions:

  • Disable Chrome's Memory Saver:

    Chrome's Memory Saver feature automatically frees up memory from inactive tabs. This can sometimes lead to tabs being closed unexpectedly. Here's how to disable it:

    1. Open Chrome settings by typing chrome://settings/performance in the address bar and pressing Enter.
    2. Toggle the "Memory Saver" option to the off position.

  • Disable Automatic Tab Discarding:

    Chrome might automatically discard tabs to save system resources. This is related to Memory Saver, but there may be extensions that can also trigger this behavior. Disabling Memory Saver, as described above, should prevent automatic discarding.

  • Check Your Google Chrome Extensions:

    Some extensions can interfere with Chrome's tab management. Try disabling your extensions one by one to see if any are causing the issue.

    1. Type chrome://extensions/ in the address bar and press Enter to open the Extensions page.
    2. Disable extensions individually by toggling the switch next to each one.
    3. Restart Chrome after disabling each extension to see if the problem is resolved. If the issue stops after disabling a particular extension, that extension is likely the culprit. Consider removing it or finding an alternative.

  • Close Any Tabs That You're Not Using:

    If you have a large number of tabs open, Chrome might be struggling to manage them all. Close tabs that you're not actively using to free up resources. While this doesn't prevent automatic closure, it can reduce the load on your browser.

  • Use a Tab Management Extension:

    Certain extensions can help prevent tab closures or restore closed tabs. Examples include extensions that automatically save your session or prevent inactive tabs from being discarded. Search the Chrome Web Store for "tab manager" or "session manager" to find suitable options. Keep in mind that relying on a third-party extension adds another layer of complexity and potential issues.

By addressing these potential causes, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of Chrome closing your tabs unexpectedly. If problems persist even after trying these steps, consider a complete reset of Chrome settings as a last resort.

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