Unsaved memo text is lost and notes list becomes blank after tab inactivity (Brave / Chromium)

[nikolaypronchev]

Pre-submission Checklist

• I have searched the existing issues and this bug has not been reported yet
• I have tested this issue on the demo site or the latest version

Where did you encounter this bug?

Latest stable version (self-hosted)

Memos Version

v.0.25.2

Bug Description

I’m experiencing a recurring issue when using Memos in the browser. If I type a new memo but do not save it, and then leave the tab inactive for some time, the entered text disappears. Additionally, instead of the notes list, the interface shows a blank screen.

After refreshing the page, the notes list appears again, but the previously entered unsaved text is permanently lost.

This has happened multiple times and resulted in losing a significant amount of written content.

Steps to Reproduce

1. Open Memos in the browser
2. Start typing a new memo or editing existing one, but do not save it
3. Leave the tab inactive for some time (switch to another tab or application)
4. Return to the Memos tab
5. The notes list is replaced with a blank screen
6. The unsaved memo text is lost
7. Refreshing the page restores the notes list but not the unsaved text

Expected Behavior

1. The notes list should remain visible
2. Unsaved memo text should be preserved, or at least the UI should not lose state after tab inactivity

Screenshots & Additional Context

1. Browser: Brave 1.87.188 (Official Build) (64-bit)
2. Chromium: 145.0.7632.76
3. OS: Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (26200.7922)

[liljohn360]

I have a similar issue, but it's as if it switches to a user that isn't logged in. It reverts to public posts only until the page is refreshed, then you're logged back in again.