Paste any text and hear it read aloud. Choose a voice, then adjust the speed and pitch. It’s free, works on phones and computers, and needs no sign-up.
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How to use it
- Paste or type your text.
- Choose a voice. The list shows the voices installed on your device and browser.
- Set the speed (1 is normal) and press Play. You can pause and carry on at any time.
Uses
- Listen to articles, notes or emails while you do something else.
- Proofread your writing by hearing it read back.
- Practise pronunciation in another language.
- Help with dyslexia or visual strain.
Getting the best voices
| Device | Tip |
|---|---|
| Windows | Edge has natural-sounding online voices |
| Mac, iPhone, iPad | Add enhanced or premium voices in Settings, Accessibility, Spoken Content |
| Android | Chrome uses Google voices; add languages in Settings, Text-to-speech |
The text is read by your device’s own speech engine, so it stays private. Browsers can’t save this speech as an audio file.
Frequently asked questions
Is this text to speech free?
Yes, with no limits or sign-up. It uses the voices built into your device.
Can I download the audio as MP3?
Browsers don’t allow saving built-in speech as a file. You could use your device’s screen or audio recorder.
Why are there different voices on my phone?
Each device and browser comes with its own voices, so the list changes.
Does it work in other languages?
Yes, if your device has a voice for that language. Pick it from the list.
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