Local-First Tab Manager for Chrome

That matters because tab protection is often urgent. When you are trying to save open work, restore a lost window, or keep a backup before cleanup, less setup usually means less friction.

DockTabs follows that local-first model. Save sessions on this browser, restore them later, keep local snapshots, and export a backup file when needed. Optional Pro sync extends the system instead of replacing the local foundation.

What local-first actually means

In DockTabs, local-first means the free workflow starts on this browser:

• Save the current window or all windows
• Restore saved sessions later
• Keep local auto snapshots
• Export backups as JSON
• Import them again when needed

The point is not never use cloud. The point is that cloud is optional, not required for the core save-and-restore job.

Why local-first helps tab recovery

Local-first recovery reduces setup friction, keeps the first backup layer simple, works well for single-browser workflows, gives you faster access to saved sessions on the same setup, and avoids turning a basic backup need into a sign-in project.

How local saves, snapshots, and export work together

Each part does a different job:

• Local saves preserve named sessions on purpose
• Automatic snapshots create a safety layer over time
• Export gives you a portable backup file for safekeeping or migration

Together, they make the local workflow more dependable than relying only on browser history or recently closed tabs.

Where optional Pro sync fits

Pro sync makes sense when you want access across devices, version history for saved sessions, restore previous versions, and higher limits for heavy daily use. That is a useful extension, but it should stay an extension. DockTabs keeps the local-first path intact even for users who later choose Pro.

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