# Text-to-Speech Message Reader

> Turn messages into speech! For WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram and Telegram

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/info.vazquezsoftware.outloud](https://chrome-stats.com/d/info.vazquezsoftware.outloud)

## Overview

- **ID:** `info.vazquezsoftware.outloud`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Vázquez Software
- **Category:** PERSONALIZATION
- **Downloads:** 468,105
- **Rating:** 4.07 / 5 (1,860 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.9.7
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-22
- **First published:** 2022-06-13
- **Publisher country:** ES
- **Size:** 5.96 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=info.vazquezsoftware.outloud)
- **Website:** [http://vazquezsoftware.info](http://vazquezsoftware.info/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/vazquezsoftware](https://sites.google.com/view/vazquezsoftware)

## Description

**Text-to-Speech Message Reader** is a powerful Chrome extension designed to read aloud your text messages from popular platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, and Telegram. This hands-free tool lets you hear messages from your contacts without needing to check your phone constantly, enhancing convenience and accessibility.

Key features include reading both the contact name and message content aloud, options to block specific contacts or groups, and settings to read messages only from selected contacts. The app smartly avoids interruptions during phone calls and automatically lowers music volume when a message arrives. You can also choose to activate reading only when using headphones or Bluetooth devices.

Privacy is prioritized as all message data is stored locally on your device and never sent externally. To function correctly, the extension requires "read notifications" permission, allowing it to access messages via notifications which must be enabled. This extension is an excellent solution for users seeking a safer, more efficient way to stay updated on messages without looking at their screen.

## Rankings

- #103,366 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `info.vazquezsoftware.outloud.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users find the app effective at reading messages clearly and appreciate its basic functionality. However, multiple reviews mention the non-intuitive interface and frequent long ads as major drawbacks. Additionally, the app lacks useful features such as auto-pausing other media when reading messages and supports only English language, limiting its usability. Overall, while functional, the app needs improvements in usability and features, along with reducing ad intrusiveness.

### Pros

- Reads messages clearly without distortion
- App works well for basic text-to-speech functionality
- Users appreciate the app and encourage continued development

### Cons

- Interface is not intuitive, making it hard to use
- Excessive and long ads disrupt user experience
- Lacks important features like auto-pausing media during message reading
- Limited language support, currently only English

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/info.vazquezsoftware.outloud)