Lock My Tabs

🔒 Lock My Tabs Protect any Chrome tab with a password and inactivity timer.

⚠️ Disclaimer This extension is designed for minor-security tab locks, such as for shared computers within a family or school environment. It is not intended to protect against hackers, advanced users, or professional intrusions. Please do not rely on this extension for securing sensitive or confidential information.

Need to step away from your computer? Want to keep certain tabs private from family members or friends? Lock My Tabs gives you an easy way to secure a tab with a password and optional auto-lock timer.

🆕 New in v1.5.1

Added a visual countdown overlay showing the time remaining before auto-lock

Now available as open source: github.com/huyckkid14/lock-my-tabs-extension

✨ Features

Set a password to lock your current tab

Auto-lock after a period of inactivity

Blocks DevTools, right-click, and common shortcuts while locked

Forgot your password? Option to clear data and reset

Beautiful, simple UI with keyboard hotkeys:

Ctrl+Alt+L to add lock

Ctrl+Alt+U to remove lock

Works per-site — lock settings are scoped to the origin