Hard Restart

Complete browser state reset - goes beyond Cmd+Shift+R by clearing all storage and caches

Hard Restart provides the most comprehensive page refresh available - going far beyond standard browser reload options to completely reset your web browsing state. 🚀 WHY HARD RESTART IS DIFFERENT Unlike Cmd+Shift+R or DevTools reload which only bypass HTTP cache, Hard Restart performs a complete browser state reset by clearing ALL stored data: ✅ Session Storage - Completely wiped ✅ Local Storage - Fully cleared ✅ Service Worker Caches - All deleted ✅ IndexedDB - Cleanup attempted ✅ URL Parameters - Reset with cache busting ✅ HTTP Cache - Bypassed (like standard reload) This gives you a truly pristine browsing state - perfect for testing, debugging, and troubleshooting. ⚡ KEY FEATURES 🔄 ONE-CLICK HARD RESET Click the extension button for instant comprehensive clearing. No need to manually clear storage through DevTools or browser settings. ⌨️ CUSTOMIZABLE KEYBOARD SHORTCUT Default: Cmd+Shift+K (Mac) / Ctrl+Shift+K (Windows/Linux) Click the shortcut area to customize via Chrome's shortcut settings. 🎨 MODERN INTERFACE Clean, minimal design with DM Mono font for that developer aesthetic. Automatic light/dark mode detection with manual toggle. 🔒 PRIVACY-FOCUSED Zero data collection, no external network requests (except Google Fonts), minimal permissions, and completely local processing. 🎯 PERFECT FOR DEVELOPERS 💻 DEBUGGING SCENARIOS • Clear stubborn cached data that standard refresh won't remove • Test applications in completely fresh state • Debug service worker cache issues • Verify behavior without localStorage persistence • Reset stuck website states 🔧 DEVELOPMENT WORKFLOWS • Test user onboarding flows from scratch • Verify cache invalidation strategies • Debug progressive web app offline behavior • Clear authentication states completely • Reset form data and user preferences 🧪 TESTING REQUIREMENTS • Simulate first-time user experiences • Test cache-dependent functionality • Verify clean installation states • Debug storage-related bugs • Clear persistent application data 📊 SUPERIOR TO OTHER METHODS STANDARD REFRESH: Only reloads the page - leaves all storage intact CMD+SHIFT+R: Bypasses HTTP cache only - storage remains untouched DEVTOOLS RELOAD: Same as Cmd+Shift+R - partial solution INCOGNITO MODE: Creates new session but doesn't clear existing data HARD RESTART: Clears everything for complete state reset Hard Restart gives you incognito-level cleaning without leaving your current browsing session. 🛠️ TECHNICAL DETAILS BROWSER COMPATIBILITY • Chrome 88+ (Manifest V3) • Edge, Brave, and other Chromium browsers • Cross-platform: Windows, macOS, Linux SECURITY & PRIVACY • No data collection or tracking • Minimal permissions (only what's needed) • Local processing only • Open source transparency • Security audited codebase PERFORMANCE • Ultra-lightweight: 22KB total size • Instant execution • No background processing • Minimal memory usage 🚀 USE CASES FOR WEB DEVELOPERS Reset development environments, clear cached API responses, test fresh user journeys, debug storage issues, verify cache strategies. FOR QA TESTERS Simulate clean user states, test onboarding flows, verify data persistence, clear test artifacts, reset application states. FOR POWER USERS Fix stuck websites, clear problematic data, troubleshoot browser issues, start fresh on web apps, clear stubborn cookies. FOR DESIGNERS Test initial user experiences, verify loading states, clear design iterations, reset prototype data, validate fresh designs. 📋 HOW TO USE 1. EXTENSION BUTTON: Click the Hard Restart icon in your toolbar for instant reset 2. KEYBOARD SHORTCUT: Press Cmd+Shift+K (or your custom shortcut) for immediate action 3. SHORTCUT CUSTOMIZATION: Click the shortcut display to open Chrome's shortcut settings The page will reload completely fresh - as if visiting for the first time. 🔧 WHAT GETS CLEARED STORAGE APIS • localStorage.clear() - All local storage data • sessionStorage.clear() - All session data • Cache API - All service worker caches deleted • IndexedDB - Cleanup attempted (browser security limited) BROWSER STATE • URL parameters reset • Cache-busting parameters added • History state preserved (uses location.replace) • Authentication tokens cleared • Form data cleared 🌟 WHY CHOOSE HARD RESTART DEVELOPER-FIRST DESIGN Built by developers for developers. We understand the frustration of cached data interfering with testing and development workflows. SUPERIOR TO ALTERNATIVES More comprehensive than browser reload options, more convenient than manual clearing, more targeted than incognito mode. ACTIVELY MAINTAINED Regular updates, security patches, and feature improvements based on user feedback. LIGHTWEIGHT & FAST No bloat, no unnecessary features - just the essential functionality you need. 💡 PRO TIPS • Use before testing new features to ensure clean state • Combine with DevTools for comprehensive debugging • Set custom shortcuts for different development workflows • Use dark mode for comfortable late-night coding sessions • Great for clearing stubborn authentication states 🔄 THE NUCLEAR OPTION When Cmd+Shift+R isn't enough, when DevTools reload falls short, when you need the nuclear option - Hard Restart delivers complete browser state reset with a single click. Perfect for developers, testers, and power users who demand more than basic refresh functionality. Developed by MLoT.ai - bringing developer tools that actually solve real problems.