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Canvas Tab Shield

by Canvas Tab Shield · canvastabshield.com · Education
Established publisherManifest V3 in_app
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 15 Oct 2026

A simple privacy control for Canvas tab and focus activity.

Users
934
+155 in 30 days
Rating
3.7 / 5
−1.33 in 30 days
Ratings
3
+2 in 30 days
Store rank
#32K
#27K among extensions
Version
0.0.0.10
updated 11 Oct 2026

Users

monthly, 14 months
0467934Aug 2025Apr 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 934 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 14 months
023Aug 2025Apr 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 3 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About Canvas Tab Shield

Canvas Tab Shield - Professional Protection Against Canvas Activity Logs Canvas Tab Shield is a sophisticated browser extension that provides comprehensive protection against Canvas Learning Management System's tab switching detection mechanisms. Built with cutting edge web technologies and a focus on user privacy, this extension offers enterprise level security. What It Does: • Bypasses Canvas tab switching detection seamlessly while taking tests, quizzes, & assignments • Allows you to navigate between browser tabs without leaving a trace • Maintains your Canvas session integrity while multitasking • Works automatically on all Canvas pages Key Features: • Smart Detection - Automatically identifies and protects Canvas pages • Zero Configuration - Works immediately after membership purchase • Performance Optimized - Minimal resource usage, no impact on browsing speed Perfect For: • Students using Canvas for online learning • Students who needs to switch tabs while taking quizzes or exams on Canvas without being tracked • Students using Canvas who want to protect their privacy. Privacy & Security: • Tab-protection behavior runs in your browser on supported Canvas pages. • Your email is used for sign-in and membership management. • Membership and billing requests are sent to the Canvas Tab Shield service; payments are handled by Stripe. • The extension does not use browsing history for its tab-protection feature. • We work to maintain and update the extension. Transform your Canvas experience with Canvas Tab Shield. The professional choice for reliable, privacy focused tab switching protection. Work efficiently, stay secure, and maintain your productivity without interruption.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+38+4.2%+2−1.33
30 days+155+19.9%+2−1.33
6 months+594+174.7%+2−1.33
1 year+886+1845.8%+3+3.67

Version history

2 versions recorded
0.0.0.109 Oct 2026
0.0.0.122 Aug 2025

Details

Category
Education
First seen
22 Aug 2025
Size
49 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
in_app
Privacy policy
canvastabshield.com
Support
canvastabshield.com
Extension ID
libgdijhcidhkeigehfhnpoiiehjfcbe

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 2, likelihood 2
Permissions
scriptingstoragealarms
Site access
https://*.instructure.com/*https://*.canvaslms.com/*https://*.canvas.com/*

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