Eesel

Eesel is a browser extension that rethinks the humble new tab page. Instead of showing a blank page or a search bar, it surfaces your work documents automatically. The idea is simple: stop hunting for links and start working faster. It filters your browsing history to show the docs you actually need, and it works with any web app you open in your browser. That includes modern tools like Notion or Jira, but also older company intranets built decades ago.

The tool is aimed at knowledge workers who juggle multiple projects and tools. Engineers, product managers, and sales teams seem to be the core audience based on testimonials on the site. One user said they use it 50 times a day. Another said it's the first extension they install on any new setup. The lack of any login or setup is a real differentiator — most productivity tools require an account and configuration before they do anything useful.

Pricing is currently free with no paid tiers mentioned. That's unusual for a productivity tool, though it raises questions about long-term sustainability. The privacy angle is strong: all data stays local in your browser. The main limitation is that it's only a Chrome extension, so you can't use it on mobile or outside the browser. If you live in a browser for work, Eesel is worth a try. If you use lots of desktop apps, it won't help much.