Frequently asked questions
What is Reader Tab?
Reader Tab is a Chrome extension that transforms your new tab page into a personalized RSS feed reader. It gives you quick access to news and articles from your favorite sources every time you open a new tab.
How do I install Reader Tab?
Click the "Add to Chrome" button on the home page. This will take you to the Chrome Web Store where you can add the extension to your browser with one click. After installation, every new tab will display your personalized feed.
How do I add RSS feeds?
Open a new tab after installing the extension. Click the settings icon and search for feeds from our database of 116,000+ sources. You can search by publication name, topic, or domain. Add the feeds you want, and they'll appear in your tab.
Is Reader Tab free?
Yes, Reader Tab is completely free to use with no premium tiers or subscriptions required.
Does Reader Tab collect my data?
No. Reader Tab stores all your preferences locally on your device. We don't track your usage, collect analytics, or send any data to external servers. See our privacy policy for details.
Can I customize the appearance?
Yes. Reader Tab supports both light and dark themes, and you can customize the layout, article density, and other display preferences through the settings panel.
How often do feeds update?
Reader Tab checks for new articles each time you open a new tab. Feed sources update on their own schedules (typically every few minutes to hours depending on the publication).
Can I use Reader Tab offline?
Previously loaded articles will be available offline, but new articles require an internet connection since RSS feeds are fetched from their original sources.
What browsers are supported?
Reader Tab currently supports Google Chrome and Chromium-based browsers (like Edge, Brave, and Opera). Firefox support may come in the future.
Can I sync my feeds across devices?
Yes. If you're signed into Chrome, your feed subscriptions and settings will automatically sync across all your devices using Chrome Sync.
How do I report a bug or request a feature?
You can leave feedback on the Chrome Web Store listing or contact us through the support page. We read all feedback and use it to improve Reader Tab.
Can I add custom RSS feeds not in your database?
Yes. While we provide a searchable database of 116,000+ feeds, you can also manually add any RSS feed URL through the settings panel.