This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Rohan Ravindra Kadam
If you’ve searched for the best Chrome to-do list or browser-based task manager, you’ve probably noticed a pattern: most tools are overcomplicated.
ToDo – Keep it Simple
When I needed a simple way to manage tasks directly in my browser, every option I tried had the same problems:
1⃣Overloaded with features I didn’t need.
2⃣Forced account sign-ups.
3⃣Distracting, cluttered interfaces.
So, I built my own.
Why Most Chrome To-Do List Extensions Fail
Don’t get me wrong — productivity tools are powerful. But when all you need is a lightweight task manager in Chrome, you shouldn’t have to deal with:
1⃣Mandatory logins and online accounts.
2⃣Slow, bloated dashboards.
3⃣Limited offline use or poor cross-device sync.
For quick reminders like “Send report” or “Buy groceries,” these tools felt like overkill.
Introducing ToDo — Keep It Simple
ToDo — Keep It Simple is a minimal productivity tool designed specifically for Chrome users who value speed and simplicity.
Key features:
Add tasks instantly from your Chrome toolbar.
Organise by category (Work, Education, Food, Other).
Mark complete in one click (moves to a “Completed” section).
Automatic Chrome sync — your to-do list follows you across devices.
No sign-up, no ads, no tracking.
How This Minimal Browser Task Manager Works
Once installed, just click the extension icon and you’ll see a clean, focused task interface.
Type your task.
- Pick a category.
- Click “Create Task.”
That’s it.
Your tasks are stored securely using Chrome’s built-in storage and sync automatically between devices where you’re signed in.
Why This Could Be the Best Chrome To-Do List for Minimalists
The beauty of ToDo — Keep It Simple is that it doesn’t try to be everything.
It’s not a project management tool, a calendar, or a collaboration suite — and that’s exactly why it works so well.
ToDo – Keep it Simple
If you’re someone who values:
Zero learning curve
Instant access
Distraction-free design
…then this might be the best Chrome extension for productivity you’ll find.
Try It Out — Free on Chrome Web Store
You can install ToDo — Keep It Simple here:
Download on Chrome Web Store
If you try it, let me know in the comments — I’m collecting feedback for the next update. Thinking about adding:
- Dark mode
- Recurring tasks
- Google Calendar sync
ToDo – Keep it Simple
Thank You 
If you’ve read this far, I want to express my gratitude
for supporting independent makers.
Every install, comment, and suggestion helps me keep building tools that put simplicity first.
Here’s to getting more done with less clutter. 
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Rohan Ravindra Kadam