What Happens If You Close the Browser

When working on subtitles in Sublandia Editor, it is important to understand what happens if you close the browser tab, close the browser completely or shut down your computer.

Sublandia Editor is designed for a browser-based local workflow. This means your project work can exist locally in the browser while you edit. However, closing the browser is not the same as exporting a project backup.

For important subtitle projects, especially long projects or client work, you should always export a .subpro project backup before relying on browser storage alone.

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If You Close the Browser Tab

If you close the browser tab, your project may still be available when you return to Sublandia Editor in the same browser and on the same device, depending on the local project data stored by the editor.

However, closing a tab does not create a separate backup file.

This means you should not treat closing the tab as a safe way to save important work. If the project matters, export a .subpro file before closing the tab.

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If You Restart or Shut Down Your Computer

Restarting or shutting down your computer does not automatically export your Sublandia project.

If your project data is stored locally in the browser, it may still be available after restarting the computer, as long as the browser data remains intact.

However, if you are working on an important project, you should export a .subpro backup before shutting down your computer. This gives you a project file that you can store, move and reopen later.

If You Use a Different Browser or Device

Your project may not appear if you open Sublandia Editor in a different browser or on another device.

For example, a project started in Chrome on one computer may not automatically appear in Firefox, Safari, Edge or another computer.

To move a project safely, export it as a .subpro file and then import that file in Sublandia Editor where you want to continue working.

Recommended guide page:

  Export and Import Subtitle Projects in Sublandia Editor

Private or Incognito Mode

Private or incognito mode is not recommended for important subtitle projects.

In private browsing sessions, local data may be temporary and may be removed when the session ends. This can make project recovery unreliable.

For serious work, use a normal browser window and export a .subpro project backup regularly.

Subtitle Export vs Project Backup

It is important to understand the difference between exporting subtitles and backing up a project.

A subtitle export creates a subtitle file for delivery or playback, such as:

  .srt

  .ttml

  .dfxp

  .vtt

  .ass

A project backup creates a full Sublandia Editor project file:

• .subpro

The subtitle file is usually the final delivery file. The .subpro file is used to save, transfer or continue the full project later.

For important work, export both.

Recommended Safety Workflow

Before closing the browser, follow this workflow:

  Finish the current subtitle editing stage.

  Review recent changes if needed.

  Export the subtitle file if you need a delivery version.

  Export a .subpro backup if the project is important.

  Store the backup file in a safe location.

  Use a clear file name with project name, language, date and version.

  Reopen the project later from browser storage or import the .subpro backup if needed.

This helps protect your work if the browser data is cleared, the device changes or the project needs to be restored later.

When You Should Definitely Export a .subpro Backup

You should export a .subpro backup when:

• you are working on a long project
• you are working for a client
• you are working with confidential material
• you finished an important editing stage
• you are about to close the browser for the day
• you are about to restart the computer
• you are about to clear browser data
• you want to continue on another device
• you want to keep project versions
• losing the project would create a problem

A simple rule is: if the project matters, export a .subpro backup.

What to Do Before Closing the Browser

Before closing Sublandia Editor, check the following:

1. Have you finished the current editing step?
2. Have you exported the subtitle file if needed?
3. Have you exported a .subpro backup?
4. Is the backup stored outside the browser?
5. Does the file name clearly show the project version?
6. Are you using the same browser and device if you plan to continue later?
7. Are you avoiding clearing browser data before backing up?

This gives you more control and reduces the risk of losing work.

 FAQ

Will I lose my project if I close the browser tab?

Not necessarily. Your project may still be available if it is stored locally in the same browser on the same device. However, closing the tab does not create a backup file, so important projects should be exported as .subpro.

 

Will my project still be there if I reopen the browser?

It may still be available if the project data remains in local browser storage and you reopen Sublandia Editor in the same browser, on the same device and with the same browser profile.

 

Is closing the browser the same as saving the project?

No. Closing the browser is not the same as exporting a project backup. To save a portable full project file, export a .subpro backup.

 

What happens if I restart my computer?

Your project may still be available if local browser storage remains intact. However, restarting the computer does not export a backup, so you should save important work as a .subpro file before shutting down.

 

Can I continue the project on another computer?

Yes, but you should export the project as a .subpro file first. Then you can import that file on another device.

 

Will my project appear in another browser?

Usually not automatically. Local browser data is connected to the browser and browser profile you used. Export and import a .subpro file if you want to move the project.

 

Can clearing browser data delete my project?

Yes. Clearing browser data, site data or storage can remove locally stored project information. Always export a .subpro backup before clearing browser data.

 

Is it safe to work in incognito or private mode?

Private or incognito mode is not recommended for important projects because local data may be temporary and removed when the session ends.

 

What is the safest way to protect my work?

The safest workflow is to export the final subtitle file and also export the full project as a .subpro backup.

 

What is the difference between subtitle export and project backup?

Subtitle export creates a file such as SRT, TTML, DFXP, VTT or ASS. Project backup creates a .subpro file that can preserve the full Sublandia Editor project.

 

When should I export a .subpro file?

Export a .subpro file whenever the project is important, before closing the browser for the day, before clearing browser data or before moving the project to another device.

 

Should I rely only on browser storage?

No. Browser storage is useful while working, but important projects should also be backed up with a .subpro export.