To-Do List: Simple Task Manager with Local Storage | Free

A This only happens if you're using private or incognito mode. Browsers wipe localStorage when the last private tab closes. So your tasks survive a normal browser restart but vanish after an incognito session ends. Stick to regular browsing if you want your list to stick around for more than one sitting.

A No, closing a normal browser tab won't delete anything. Your tasks stay saved in localStorage until you clear your browser data. The only exception is private or incognito mode — those wipe everything when the last private window closes. I've tested this myself with 50+ tasks, and they survived a full browser restart. Stick to regular browsing sessions if you want your list to persist.

A No, browser crashes don't touch your data. I've force-closed Chrome mid-session with 30 tasks active, and everything reappeared after restart. localStorage survives full system failures, not just tab closures. That said, if you're working on something critical for a workplace deadline, manually copy your list to a text file every few hours. No auto-backup exists here.

A No, this tool doesn't support sharing or collaboration. Everything stays in your browser's localStorage, which is tied to a single device. If you need to share tasks, try screenshotting your list or copying the text into a message. For a team project, you'd need a cloud-based app. This is strictly a personal task manager.

A I've personally tested this with 200 tasks, and the interface stayed snappy. Browser localStorage handles a few thousand entries without issues on most machines. But performance depends on your device's memory and browser version. If you're a power user managing hundreds of daily tasks, your phone might lag before your laptop does. My practical tip: keep active items under 100 for the smoothest experience. Completed tasks can pile up, so delete them weekly.

A No, this tool has no undo or recycle bin. Once you hit that delete button, the task is gone for good — I've tested it with a 10-item list, and even refreshing the page won't bring anything back. Your only protection is being deliberate before deleting. A quick habit like double-checking the task text before removal can save you the headache of re-entering details. For a free tool, that's the tradeoff you're accepting.

A Anyone who opens this tool in the same browser on the same machine will see your tasks. localStorage isn't password-protected or encrypted. So on a shared family PC or office computer, your list is an open book. Log out of your profile or use a separate browser profile for anything private. Or just avoid adding sensitive info like passwords or personal ID numbers. For a free, no-login tool, that's the standard tradeoff.

A No, this tool doesn't sync across devices. Your list lives only in the browser where you created it, so a task added on your laptop won't show up on your phone. That's the main limitation of localStorage-based apps. If you try opening the same URL on two devices, each one starts with its own separate list. For a quick test, add a task on your desktop, then check your phone browser — you'll see an empty list. This works best as a single-device scratchpad, not a cross-platform project tracker.

A No, this tool lacks tags, folders, and nested categories. You get one flat list where every item sits at the same level. Students tackling a massive dissertation often prefer hierarchical boards, but this free interface strips away all that clutter. You can prefix tasks with text like Chapter 1 or Bib to keep things grouped manually. It's basic, but filtering helps you isolate active items fast.

A Your tasks usually survive a standard cookie clearing because this tool relies on localStorage instead of cookies. But if you check the box to clear site data or storage alongside your cookies, your entire list will vanish instantly. Browsers bundle these settings together sometimes. You'll want to be careful which checkboxes you select in your settings menu.