What Is a Browser Start Page?

A start page begins navigation; it may refer to startup, Home, or new-tab behavior depending on the browser.

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A browser start page is the page used as a starting point for navigation. The phrase can mean the page opened at browser launch, the Home-button destination, or the page displayed by a new tab.

Related terms

  • Startup page: opens when the browser launches.
  • Home page: opens from the browser's Home button.
  • New-tab page: opens whenever a tab is created.
  • Speed dial: a compact set of shortcuts.

What a useful start page contains

The page should match the next action. Search may be enough for occasional browsing. Recurring work benefits from visible groups of dashboards, documents, repositories, research, and communication tools.

TabRover as a new-tab start page

TabRover replaces Chrome's new tab with a visual workspace. It opens without a separate dashboard step and keeps a local browser copy, so saved links remain available during a temporary offline or server interruption.

Frequently asked questions

What is a browser start page?
A browser start page is the page that appears when you open a new tab or launch your browser. It can be a default page, search engine, or custom dashboard.
How do I change my start page?
In Chrome, go to Settings → On startup → Open a specific page, then add your desired URL. Alternatively, install a start page extension.

Turn the definition into a useful new tab

Keep recurring links visible when the next browser task begins.

Add TabRover to Chrome (opens in a new tab)