Local-first tab session backup for Chrome

Save and restore tab sessions before they disappear

Save and restore sessions, keep local snapshots, export JSON backups, and recover tabs without sign-in.

Backup-first by default. Optional cloud sync later.

Popup quick save

DockTabs popup quick save screenshot

Core benefits

Save what is open

Save your current window or all open windows before switching tasks or closing tabs.

Restore your work fast

Reopen a full session, one saved window, or one tab when you need to pick up where you left off.

Keep local backups

Use automatic local snapshots and JSON export backups to keep your browsing context recoverable.

Session backup in action

Search, sort, restore, import, export, rename, and delete from one backup workflow.

DockTabs options session manager screenshot

What you get in the launch edition

Free local workflow

  • Save Current Window
  • Save All Windows
  • Restore the last saved session
  • Search, rename, and delete sessions
  • Import and export JSON backups

Safer recovery tools

  • Automatic local snapshots
  • Restore one window or one tab when needed
  • Current-window organizer actions
  • Offline-first workflow
  • Stored on this browser

Choose Free local backup or optional Pro

DockTabs works fully for local session save and restore on this browser. Upgrade only if you want cloud sync, version history, and higher limits.

Free local workflow

  • Save current window
  • Save all windows
  • Restore saved sessions anytime
  • Search, rename, and delete sessions
  • Local auto snapshots
  • JSON import and export
  • No account required
Install Free

DockTabs Pro

  • Everything in Free
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Version history for saved sessions
  • Restore previous versions
  • Higher session and snapshot limits
  • Best for daily tab-heavy workflows
See Pricing

Local backups on this browser still remain available even if you later choose Pro sync.

Frequently asked questions

What does DockTabs do?

DockTabs saves and restores sessions, keeps local snapshots, exports JSON backups, and helps recover tabs without sign-in.

Does DockTabs work without an account?

Yes. DockTabs works locally on this device with no account required.

Can I export or import my sessions?

Yes. Export JSON backups for safekeeping and import them later to recover or move sessions.

Where is my data stored?

DockTabs keeps saved sessions and local snapshots in Chrome extension storage on this browser.

Where can I get help?

Use the Help and Support pages for setup guidance and troubleshooting steps.