Product Introduction

1. Tabl 1.0 is a multi-player web browser designed to enable real-time collaboration across any web application or tab, mimicking Figma’s collaborative interface but extending it to all browser-based workflows.
2. The core value of Tabl lies in transforming individual web browsing into a synchronized team experience by integrating voice, screen sharing, and cursor visibility directly into the browser layer, eliminating the need for third-party collaboration tools.

Main Features

1. Shared Window Collaboration: Tabl allows users to invite teammates to a shared browsing session where all participants can view and interact with the same tabs, with real-time cursor tracking, voice communication, and screen sharing enabled by default.
2. Switch Control: Instead of remote-controlling another device, Tabl lets users seamlessly transfer control of a shared tab to another participant, opening the tab in their own browser instance while maintaining session continuity for all collaborators.
3. Privacy-First Architecture: All user data, including cookies and passwords, are stored locally on the device, and URLs are hashed to prevent visibility, ensuring collaboration occurs without exposing sensitive information.

Problems Solved

1. Fragmented Collaboration Workflows: Tabl addresses the inefficiency of switching between apps like Slack, Zoom, and screen-sharing tools by unifying communication and collaboration directly within the browser.
2. Remote and Hybrid Teams: The product targets professionals who rely on web-based tools for tasks like design reviews, code pair programming, or document editing and require real-time interaction without disrupting workflows.
3. Cross-Platform Coordination: Typical use cases include collaborative research sessions where teammates annotate web pages together, joint debugging of web applications, or synchronized onboarding processes with live guidance.

Unique Advantages

1. Browser-Level Integration: Unlike browser extensions or standalone apps, Tabl operates as a full-stack browser, enabling deeper control over tab management, presence indicators, and cross-tab interactions that extensions cannot achieve.
2. Presence Layer Innovation: Tabl introduces a system-wide presence detection mechanism that shows teammate activity at the browser level (via icons and cursors) without requiring active tab sharing, similar to Google Docs’ visibility but applied universally.
3. Non-Invasive Collaboration: By avoiding remote control and one-way streaming, Tabl ensures users retain autonomy over their devices while enabling multi-way interaction, reducing friction compared to tools like Slack Huddles or Zoom screen sharing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Can my team see all the tabs I open? No, Tabl only displays presence indicators when teammates actively work on the same tab; private tabs remain invisible unless explicitly shared via the Shared Window feature.
2. Do I have to switch my default browser to Tabl? No, Tabl is designed as a secondary browser for collaborative work, allowing users to maintain their primary browser (e.g., Chrome) for personal use while separating multi-player workflows.
3. How does Switch Control differ from remote access tools? Switch Control opens a shared tab in the collaborator’s local browser instance, enabling them to take control without accessing the host’s entire device, unlike invasive remote desktop solutions.
4. Why isn’t Tabl a browser extension? Extensions lack the permissions to manage tabs, URLs, and system-level interactions at the depth required for real-time collaboration, necessitating a standalone browser build.
5. How does Tabl protect user privacy? All data remains locally stored, URLs are hashed to obscure page identities, and collaboration sessions operate peer-to-peer where possible, avoiding central server exposure.