Reload on Idle
Reloads specified tabs on idle to reduce memory usage.
What is Reload on Idle?
Reload on Idle is a Firefox add-on that provides the ability to reload tabs automatically only while your PC is idling. It helps reduce memory usage by refreshing specified tabs on idle, preventing annoyance caused by unexpected reloads.
Add-on stats
By: ClearCode Inc.
Rating: 5.00
(2)
Creation date: 2015-10-16
Weekly download count: 2
Firefox on Android: No
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- alarms
- idle
- tabs
- storage
- <all_urls>
Size: 28.79K
URLs: Website
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Add-on summary
Sometimes an webpages increases the memory usage constantly, then you may have to reload the page to release the taken memory. However, it may be annoying that the webpage your are now reading is unexpectedly reloaded.
This addon provides ability to reload tabs automatically only while your PC is idling. For example, if you set the timer "30 minutes", then tabs will be reloaded only while you are away from your desk.
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Reload on Idle requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Reload on Idle is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
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