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**The best new tab extension depends on what you want each tab to do:** show developer news, keep distractions low, or reopen project tabs. Start with [daily.dev](https://daily.dev/) for a personalized feed, Tabliss for a free widget page, or Toby for saved tab collections.

These **9 options** cover four main uses:

-   **Developer discovery:** daily.dev offers personalized articles and discussions; Hackertab combines headlines and repository updates; GitHunt needs further checks for current support, privacy, and sync.
-   **Focus dashboards:** Momentum pairs photos with daily focus and tasks; Tabliss offers free widgets and custom CSS; Bonjourr provides a simple, account-free dashboard.
-   **Site shortcuts:** Infinity New Tab organizes saved links into a visual grid.
-   **Project tabs:** Toby saves links in collections; Workona groups tabs, documents, and notes into workspaces.

**Quick Comparison**

| Extension | Main use | Sync | Browser support |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| daily.dev | Personalized developer feed | Account required | Chrome, Edge |
| Momentum | Photos, focus, and tasks | Plus plan required | Chrome, Firefox, [Safari](https://www.apple.com/safari/), Edge |
| Tabliss | Free widgets and custom layouts | Manual export/import | Chrome, Firefox, Edge |
| Infinity New Tab | Visual site shortcuts | Cloud backup | Chrome, Firefox, Edge |
| Toby | Saved tab collections | Usually requires a paid plan | Primarily Chrome |
| Workona | Project workspaces | Account required | Chrome, Edge confirmed |
| Hackertab | Developer headline dashboard | Not confirmed | Chrome, Edge |
| Bonjourr | Simple focus dashboard | Manual export/import | Chrome, Firefox, Edge; check Safari status |
| GitHunt | Repository discovery | Not verified | Check current support |

Before installing, compare **permissions, data storage, pricing, and update history** - not just appearance. Chrome allows only **one extension** to control the new-tab page at a time. Disabling or removing it restores the default page.

::: @figure ![Best New Tab Extensions for Developers in 2026](https://assets.seobotai.com/undefined/6af5705db3182d5f9f0363c6-1794471762544.jpg){Best New Tab Extensions for Developers in 2026}

## What new-tab extensions do

A **new-tab page** replaces the browser’s default tab screen. It’s separate from your **home page** and **startup pages**, so changing it leaves those settings alone. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions) Knowing the difference helps you set up the workflow you choose below.

Your main choice is what you want the page to do. **Feeds** display developer articles, discussions, or repository updates. **Widget dashboards** put clocks, weather, and tasks front and center. [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

**Speed dials** open saved sites, while **tab workspaces** group tabs by project so you can reopen your full research context. [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)

Once you choose a layout, check sync requirements separately from sign-in. An extension may work without an account but still require one - or a paid plan - to sync your data. Before saving work links, review its privacy terms to see whether data stays on your device or goes to the vendor’s servers. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

Check the official store listing and publisher documentation for browser support and update history. Chrome lets only one extension control the new-tab page, so installing another can replace your current setup. [\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/) Keep these checks in mind as you compare the options below.

## 1\. [daily.dev](https://daily.dev/)

### Content

**Best for developers who want a content feed in every new tab.** daily.dev brings together personalized articles, tutorials, and [community discussions](https://daily.dev/blog/dailydev-a-global-dev-community-hub). **The trade-off:** it’s a feed, not a task or workspace dashboard. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[6\]](https://ayetab.com/blog/other/best-new-tab-extensions-chrome-2026/)

### Customization and sync

Pick topic tags to guide your recommendations. Your clicks help shape what appears next, while Squads add topic discussions. Sign in to sync your feed preferences, bookmarks, and Squad memberships across browsers. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

### Privacy

The extension doesn’t track your browsing history or change other sites. Personalization relies on your activity within the feed. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

### Browser support

[Chrome and Edge have native extensions](https://daily.dev/apps). Firefox users need the web app or PWA. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

For a less feed-heavy new tab, the next picks put more focus on visuals or workspaces.

## 2\. [Momentum](https://momentumdash.com/)

### Content

**Best for a distraction-light new tab.** Momentum replaces your new tab with a full-screen landscape photo, a large clock, a greeting, and a prompt for your main focus. The free version adds weather, a quote, a basic to-do list, and a small Links widget. Tasks and shortcuts stay simple, making it a better fit for a focus page than a project workspace. [\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)

### Customization

You can hide weather and quotes to cut clutter. **Momentum Plus adds paid extras:** background customization, manual photo skipping, a Pomodoro timer, a site blocker, and soundscapes. None of these come with the basic dashboard. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)[\[6\]](https://ayetab.com/blog/other/best-new-tab-extensions-chrome-2026/)

### Privacy and sync

Basic features work without an account, but **cross-device sync requires Plus**. Metrics and third-party integrations also require sign-in. Connecting an external task or calendar service is a separate data-sharing choice. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

### Browser support

Momentum supports Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. Sync across devices still requires Plus. [\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

For more layout control and less emphasis on mood, the next pick offers a lighter design with more customization.

## 3\. [Tabliss](https://tabliss.io/)

### Content

Tabliss gives you more control than Momentum’s stripped-back layout, with a quieter canvas you can make your own. Its account-free new tab page supports clocks, weather, a to-do list, search, greetings, quotes, and Quick Links. **All widgets are free.** [\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)

### Customization

Pick backgrounds from [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/) or [GIPHY](https://giphy.com/), upload a local image, or use a gradient. You can arrange widgets across three layout zones and fine-tune the page with custom CSS. [\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)[\[6\]](https://ayetab.com/blog/other/best-new-tab-extensions-chrome-2026/)

### Privacy

Tabliss requires no account, doesn’t track you, and stores settings in your browser. It’s also open source under GPL-3.0. **The main caveat in 2026 is maintenance:** the original repository has seen limited updates since August 2024. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[6\]](https://ayetab.com/blog/other/best-new-tab-extensions-chrome-2026/)

### Browser support

Tabliss supports Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, but not Safari. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

### Sync

There’s no automatic cross-device sync. To move your settings between devices, you’ll need to export and import them manually. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

## 4\. [Infinity New Tab](https://www.infinitynewtab.com/)

### Content

Infinity turns your new-tab page into a **speed-dial grid** for docs, repos, and cloud consoles. It opens saved URLs, not tab sessions. Sidebar gadgets add weather, notes, and tasks. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)

### Customization

You can change icon pages, site icons, backgrounds, and the search bar. Separate pages let you group work by project. [\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)

### Privacy

Infinity includes partner shortcuts you can remove. Its listing says it changes **only the new-tab page**, leaving your search engine and startup settings alone. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)

### Browser support

As of November 2026, Infinity lists support for Chrome, Edge, and Firefox. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)

### Sync

Cloud backup lets you restore layouts and shortcuts across installs. [\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/) If you need workspace-level tab management, the next picks go beyond launchers.

## 5\. [Toby](https://www.gettoby.com/)

### Content

For developers who want to restore tabs rather than just launch links, Toby makes the new-tab page a place to pick up where they left off.

It groups open tabs into named collections. Reopen a collection to restore a project’s tab set. **Saved cards are links, not live tabs.** [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)

### Customization

Organize collections by project or task. Toby works well for research-heavy work, but it only manages tabs and links - not tasks or deadlines. [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)

### Privacy and sync

Toby stores sessions locally, while team workspaces use cloud sync. Cross-device sync and collaboration usually require a paid plan. [\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)

### Browser support

Toby is primarily available for Google Chrome. [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)[\[5\]](https://beautifulphotos.app/guides/best-new-tab-extensions-for-chrome/)

For more control over workspaces across a team, the next extension goes further.

## 6\. [Workona](https://workona.com/)

### Content

Workona gives developers **shared project workspaces**, not just saved tab collections.

It turns the new tab in Chrome and Edge into a project workspace. Tabs, documents, and notes stay together, so you can reopen a project without piecing everything back together. [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)

### Customization

Group related tabs and resources into workspaces. Expect more setup than a lighter new-tab page, plus limits on the free plan. [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)

### Privacy

Cross-device sync requires an account. The sources don’t explain how Workona handles confidential URLs.

### Sync

Workspace data - including tabs and saved project resources - syncs across devices and browsers. [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)

### Browser support

The sources confirm support for Chrome and Edge, but not Firefox. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)

The next picks offer lighter new-tab pages, trading workspace depth for simpler dashboards.

## 7\. [Hackertab](https://hackertab.dev/)

### Content

Hackertab turns your new tab into a **[developer feed, not a workspace](https://daily.dev/blog/news-for-programmers-community-driven-insights)**. Its multi-column dashboard brings together [GitHub Trending](https://github.com/trending), [Hacker News](https://news.ycombinator.com/), [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/), and [dev.to](https://dev.to/) for quick scans between tasks. You’ll see headlines rather than full articles, so you’ll need to click through to read more.[\[4\]](https://orangebot.ai/blog/best-hacker-news-readers-2026)

### Customization

Use language filters, topic filters, and custom RSS feeds to narrow down what appears in your feed.[\[4\]](https://orangebot.ai/blog/best-hacker-news-readers-2026)

### Privacy

**No account is required.** However, the sources don’t document Hackertab’s permissions or tracking practices. Check the installation prompt and privacy policy before installing.[\[4\]](https://orangebot.ai/blog/best-hacker-news-readers-2026)

### Browser support

Hackertab offers extensions for Chrome and Edge.  These [essential extensions for developers](https://daily.dev/blog/chrome-e-streamlining-your-workflow) help streamline daily workflows. Firefox users may need to use the web app.[\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

### Sync

The sources don’t document cloud sync, so your settings may not carry over between devices.[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[4\]](https://orangebot.ai/blog/best-hacker-news-readers-2026)

The next pick offers a lighter, more visual new-tab page.

## 8\. [Bonjourr](https://bonjourr.fr/)

### Content

Bonjourr suits anyone who wants a **clean dashboard with just the basics**. Its iOS-inspired page includes an analog or digital clock, weather, search, quick links, notes, a Pomodoro timer, and a simple to-do list.[\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[6\]](https://ayetab.com/blog/other/best-new-tab-extensions-chrome-2026/)

### Customization

Make the page your own with custom fonts, backgrounds that change with the time of day, or custom CSS to adjust the layout. Quick links stay within reach, though the single-row layout leaves less room for bookmark-heavy setups.[\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[6\]](https://ayetab.com/blog/other/best-new-tab-extensions-chrome-2026/)

### Privacy

Settings stay in your browser, and **no account is required**. Bonjourr collects no telemetry and does not sell user data. Weather does require sharing location data with a provider.[\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

### Browser support

Bonjourr is available for Chrome, Edge, and Firefox, plus a hosted web version. Safari support is being discontinued, so check its current status before choosing it.[\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

### Sync

There’s **no automatic cross-device sync**. To move your setup between browsers, export your settings and import them into the other browser. You can also save an export as a backup before switching computers.[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

Next, compare Bonjourr with the other new-tab options by layout, privacy, and sync.

## 9\. [GitHunt](https://github.com/kamranahmedse/githunt)

The supplied sources don’t confirm GitHunt’s 2026 details. **Check its current support, privacy, and sync features before installing.** If you’re looking for a current GitHub-trending dashboard, compare GitHunt with the verified options below.

## Compare the extensions

Compare what each extension shows, how it stores settings, and whether it syncs across devices.

| Item | Best use | What it shows | Customization and storage | Privacy and sync |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [daily.dev](https://daily.dev/) | Developer feed | Personalized articles and discussions - not a dashboard | Topic and interest preferences | No browsing-history tracking; sync requires an account |
| [Momentum](https://momentumdash.com/) | Focus page [\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions) | Photos, clock, daily focus, and tasks | Hide widgets; background customization requires a paid plan | Basic use without an account; Plus plan syncs through an account |
| [Tabliss](https://tabliss.io/) | Focus page [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/) | Backgrounds, widgets, and quick links | Widget layout, backgrounds, and custom CSS | No tracking; settings stored locally; no cross-device sync |
| [Infinity New Tab](https://www.infinitynewtab.com/) | Speed-dial dashboard | Saved sites, notes, and tasks | Pages, icons, backgrounds, and search bar | Partner shortcuts can be removed; cloud backup syncs layouts |
| [Toby](https://www.gettoby.com/) | Tab collections [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/) | Saved links grouped by project | Collection organization and local sessions | Cloud team workspaces; cross-device sync usually requires a paid plan |
| [Workona](https://workona.com/) | Project workspaces [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/) | Tabs, documents, and notes | Workspace organization | Handling of confidential URLs isn't documented; sync requires an account |
| [Hackertab](https://hackertab.dev/) | Developer feed | Headlines and repository updates | Language, topic, and RSS filters | Privacy and cross-device sync aren't confirmed |
| [Bonjourr](https://bonjourr.fr/) | Account-free focus page | Clock, weather, quick links, and tasks | Fonts, backgrounds, and custom CSS | No telemetry or data sales [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions); settings stored locally; no cross-device sync |

GitHunt is excluded from the table because the supplied sources don't fully verify it.

## How to change your new-tab page

Once you’ve picked a new-tab extension, install it in your browser to replace the default page.

**Before installing, check its permissions and who funds it.** Treat requests for history or site-data access as a red flag unless there’s a clear reason for them. Only one extension can control your new-tab page at a time. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[6\]](https://ayetab.com/blog/other/best-new-tab-extensions-chrome-2026/)

The steps vary slightly by browser.

### [Chrome](https://www.google.com/chrome/)

Install the extension from the [Chrome Web Store](https://chromewebstore.google.com/), then open a new tab. If Chrome asks about the replacement, select **Keep it** to use it or **Change back** to return to the default. Manage new-tab extensions at `chrome://extensions`. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[6\]](https://ayetab.com/blog/other/best-new-tab-extensions-chrome-2026/)

### [Firefox](https://www.mozilla.org/firefox/)

For built-in settings, go to **Settings > Home**. To replace the new-tab page, install a compatible extension from [Firefox Add-ons](https://addons.mozilla.org/) and approve the prompt. Manage extensions at `about:addons`. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

### [Edge](https://www.microsoft.com/edge)

Install the extension from [Microsoft Edge Add-ons](https://microsoftedge.microsoft.com/addons/). To use the Chrome Web Store instead, first turn on **Allow extensions from other stores** at `edge://extensions`.

Approve the new-tab replacement when prompted. You can manage extensions at `edge://extensions`. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions)

To restore your browser’s default new-tab page, disable or remove the extension on its management page. [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions)[\[6\]](https://ayetab.com/blog/other/best-new-tab-extensions-chrome-2026/)

## Choose a new-tab page for your workflow

Start with how you’ll use the page: #1, #7, and #9 for developer discovery; #2, #3, and #8 for a minimal dashboard; #4 for a visual shortcut grid; and #5 and #6 for project tab management.

Once you’ve picked a page type, **check sync separately from customization**. Local settings keep control on your device, while account sync adds convenience. [Tabliss](https://tabliss.io/) still requires manual export and import to move settings between devices.

For discovery, pair your new-tab page with sources you already read. Discovery extensions work well alongside [Hacker News](https://news.ycombinator.com/), [Lobsters](https://lobste.rs/), [TLDR](https://tldr.tech/), [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/), and the partner community [dev.to](https://dev.to/). To take your reading workflow beyond the new tab, see [developer news aggregators compared](/blog/best-developer-news-aggregators-compared) and [the best RSS alternatives for developers in 2026](/blog/the-best-rss-alternatives-for-developers-in-2026).

Before installing, check the publisher, permissions, privacy policy, and maintenance status against the features you need. **Test it for a week** before you commit.

## FAQs

### Can I use new-tab extensions offline?

It depends on the extension and what it shows. **Tabliss stores settings locally**, so it can keep working offline [\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions). Extensions like daily.dev need an internet connection to load and update your developer news feed [\[2\]](https://blog.stackfolo.com/blog/best-newtab-chrome-extensions-developers-2026/)[\[3\]](https://startpagehq.com/blog/best-new-tab-extensions).

Dashboards that display real-time weather, social feeds, or cloud-synced bookmarks typically need a connection to show current information [\[4\]](https://orangebot.ai/blog/best-hacker-news-readers-2026)[\[1\]](https://www.speeddial2.com/new-tab-page/best-new-tab-extensions).

### Will a new-tab extension slow down my browser?

A new-tab extension can affect browser performance, but **the impact is usually small**. Each time you open a tab, it uses some memory and CPU resources to load its interface, widgets, or feeds.

Simple extensions tend to use fewer resources. Extensions that pull in external data or display real-time dashboards may use more, depending on network conditions and how complex the content is. Avoid running multiple resource-heavy new-tab extensions at the same time.

### Is it safe to save private project links?

It depends on the extension. **Tabliss and Bonjourr keep data on your device.** Neither requires an account or uploads data to the cloud. Workona and start.me require an account and store data on their servers to sync across devices.

Before saving sensitive project links, check the extension’s privacy policy and repository to confirm whether it stores data locally or syncs it to the cloud.

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