DiscreetTab Chrome privacy extension that hides your tabs.

One click replaces sensitive tab titles and favicons with neutral placeholders, keeping shared screens and open offices private.

Toggle discreet mode instantly via Ctrl+Shift+S or the toolbar button.
Keep a synced list of work, finance, or research domains that always stay hidden.
Customise aliases and favicons so masked tabs stay meaningful only to you.

Add to Chrome

Lightweight, no trackers, and built for quick, discreet browsing.

Demo tab preview Discreet mode off

Key features for discreet browsing

Unified Chrome Sync storage

All settings live inside Chrome Sync so your private list and aliases stay consistent on every device you sign into.

Instant MutationObserver updates

DiscreetTab reacts the moment titles change, keeping screen shares clean without polling loops or performance hits.

Keyboard-first control

Use the shortcut or toolbar icon to flip between normal and discreet states before someone glances at your screen.

Custom aliases

Give each domain a friendly label like “Finance” or “Support” so you know what is open even when the title is hidden.

Reduced-motion friendly

Animations respect system preferences, keeping the disguise comfortable for every user.

No analytics or ads

DiscreetTab is a hobby project with zero telemetry and no advertising code—your browsing stays on your device.

Frequently asked questions

Does DiscreetTab slow down Chrome?: No. It injects a lightweight observer only when you toggle discreet mode, keeping performance identical to normal browsing.
What information gets stored?: Only your discreet domain list, aliases, and whether the extension is enabled. Everything stays inside Chrome Sync.
Can I undo the disguise quickly?: Yes. Hit Ctrl+Shift+S again or click the icon to restore the original tab title and favicon immediately.

Changelog highlights

v1.3 — Unified Chrome Sync storage, MutationObserver updates, per-domain aliases.
v1.2 — Added keyboard shortcut toggle and quick demo preview.
v1.1 — Introduced discreet domain list for automatic masking.

Privacy at a glance

DiscreetTab stores settings only in Chrome Sync, ships without analytics, and never shares personal data. The project is maintained as a personal hobby—support is optional via Buy Me a Coffee.

Read the full privacy policy and terms for details.