PersistentPin

Pins the same websites across browser restarts.
What is PersistentPin?
'PersistentPin' is a Firefox add-on designed for users who clear their browsing history but want to keep their pinned tabs. Upon browser launch, it automatically opens and pins the same websites as before. Users can configure the add-on via the preference tab. This add-on is a faster, revamped version of the 'App Tab Initializer' and is compatible with Firefox's multiprocess mode.
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Add-on stats

Users: 842 ▲ 11
Version: 1.1.1 (Last updated: 2022-03-12)
Creation date: 2017-02-24
Weekly download count: 16
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • contextMenus
Size: 645.57K

Ranking

# 3386 ▲ 2
Other rankings
#335 in Tabs ▲ 1 #20 in listen keyword 9 #130 in problem keyword 4 ▲ 1 #138 in suggestion keyword 20 ▲ 2

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Add-on summary

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This add-on makes sure that on opening the browser there are the same websites opened and pinned.

The main use case for this if you want to clear your history when closing Firefox but still want to keep your pinned tabs.

To configure the add-on go to the preference tab in the add-on menu (about:addons).

This is a rewrite of the App Tab Initializer add-on. The rewrite was necessary since this add-on is compatible with the new multiprocess mode of firefox, which improves its speed greatly.

If you have any problems or a suggestion feel free to open an issue on Github.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works as intended for restoring pinned tabs.
  • Stable and easy to use, saves time for users.
  • Allows for persistence of pinned tabs across browser sessions.
Cons
  • Occasional issues with tabs disappearing or not being saved correctly.
  • Lack of support for multi-account containers.
  • No import/export option for pinned tabs.
Most mentioned
  • Restores pinned tabs effectively.
  • Users have faced issues with Facebook undoing pinned tabs.
  • Stability and cross-device storage praised.
Recent reviews
by Firefox user 18691638, 2024-11-19
by alexborries, 2024-11-04
by pseudo, 2024-10-21
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

PersistentPin requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

PersistentPin has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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