Best Autosave Extensions for Writers in 2026
Our roundup of the best browser extensions to prevent data loss in 2026.
If you write online—whether it’s CMS entries, support tickets, or long social media posts—you know the fear of the browser crash. Autosave extensions are your insurance policy.
For years, tools like Lazarus (long dead) and Typio dominated the market. But it’s 2026, and the web has changed. Single Page Applications (SPAs) like React and Vue broke many old extensions. Privacy concerns are higher than ever.
Here is the landscape of form recovery tools in 2026.
1. Form Recover (The Modern Choice)
We built Form Recover because the old tools weren’t keeping up with modern web security or privacy standards.
- Pros:
- Privacy First: Local-only storage, encrypted at rest. No cloud servers.
- Modern Tech: Works perfectly with React, Vue, and complex SPAs that confuse older extensions.
- Clean UI: No clunky bars injected into your page. Just a subtle icon when you need it.
- Adaptive History: Smartly groups versions so you don’t have 500 copies of the same sentence.
- Cons:
- Currently Chrome/Edge only (Firefox coming soon).
2. Typio Form Recovery
The classic choice. Typio kept the torch burning after Lazarus died.
- Pros:
- Established track record.
- Good basic recovery features.
- Cons:
- The UI feels dated (Windows 95 vibes).
- Often struggles with dynamic “contenteditable” fields found in modern Notion-like editors.
3. Textarea Cache
A Firefox-first alternative that is simple and lightweight.
- Pros:
- Very lightweight.
- Good icon integration in the toolbar.
- Cons:
- Limited visual history browsing.
- Does not support as many “rich text” editors as Form Recover.
Our Verdict
If you want something that feels like it belongs in 2026—with dark mode support, encryption, and SPA support—Form Recover is the clear winner. It’s the “set it and forget it” option for professionals.