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Memory not released when tabs are closed 94.0.2

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I've noticed an issue recently whereby the amount of memory does not reduce when tabs are closed. I need to restart my PC for this to occur.

I've noticed an issue recently whereby the amount of memory does not reduce when tabs are closed. I need to restart my PC for this to occur.

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Start Firefox using Troubleshoot(Safe) Mode {web link}

A small dialog should appear. Click Start In Troubleshoot(Safe) Mode (not Refresh). Is the problem still there?

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You can possibly try the button on the about:memory page to free up memory.

You can check the Firefox Task Manager (about:performance) and about:memory pages.