Prevents Facebook Reels from pausing when you switch tabs or minimize the window.
Users
60
−7 in 30 days
Rating
4.3 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
3
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#101K
#84K among extensions
Version
1.4
updated 14 Oct 2026
Users
monthly, 10 months
Latest, 15 Oct 2026:60 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
Ratings count
monthly, 10 months
Latest, 15 Oct 2026:3 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About Play Reel In Background For Facebook
Keep Reel In Background: How to make Facebook reels keep playing in background?
Never miss a moment of your favorite Facebook Reels again. "Keep Reel In Background" is a specialized tool designed for multitaskers who want to keep the audio and video of Facebook Reels playing seamlessly, even when switching tabs, looking at other apps, or minimizing the browser window.
By default, Facebook pauses video playback the moment a tab becomes inactive. This extension bypasses that restriction, allowing you to treat Reels like a background music player or a continuous video stream while you work or browse elsewhere.
Key Features:
Background Playback: Intercepts browser visibility events to prevent Facebook from auto-pausing Reels when you switch tabs.
Persistent Audio: Ensures audio continuity so you can listen to Reels while the browser is minimized.
Simple Toggle Control: Easily enable or disable the functionality via a clean, intuitive popup menu in your toolbar.
Smart Status Indicator: Instantly see if the extension is active on your current page through a dedicated status label.
Lightweight & Focused: Built with Manifest V3 for optimal performance and security, specifically targeting Facebook domains without interfering with other sites.
Automatic Memory: Saves your ON/OFF preferences using Chrome Storage so it’s ready exactly how you like it every time you open your browser.