Reader

Name: Reader
Rating: 4 (4 reviews)
Author: Oliver Moran

Allows you to highlight text on a webpage and hear it read out loud. A keyboard shortcut allows you to read whole paragraphs at a time. Install this extension now and try it here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speech_synthesis

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Features & Capabilities

Reader is a powerful Chrome extension designed to enhance web accessibility and user experience by reading selected text aloud. Simply highlight any text on a webpage and listen as the extension converts it to speech, making it easier to consume content, especially for those with reading difficulties or multitasking needs.

The extension features a convenient keyboard shortcut that enables you to read entire paragraphs at once, enhancing fluidity and convenience. Users can toggle the "speak on selection" feature for individual websites through an address bar button, while the context menu and keyboard shortcut remain constantly available for quick access. Install Reader today to transform your browsing into an audible experience and navigate web content hands-free.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

1.1 Last updated: 2021-03-30

Version code:

5208005

Creation date:

2021-03-28

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Size:

74.09KB

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Source:

Firefox Add-ons Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-18

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 18,180 ▼ 709

Other rankings

#6 in reader keyword 73 #128 in header keyword 42 ▼ 7

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Developed by:

Oliver Moran

Firefox Add-ons Store

https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/reader-tts/

Website:

https://oliver-moran.github.io/reader/

User Reviews

Very robotic voice, do not recommend unless you're relying on its functionality. The functionality lifts it from 1 to 2 stars.

by Fi*****, 2024-06-12

I really like this one. It just works. It would be even better with a wider choice of voices. The current selection of voices are barely tolerable for reading longer texts.

by mo*****, 2023-12-12

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Is Reader Safe?

Risk impact

Risk impact measures the level of extra permissions an extension has access to. A low risk impact extension cannot do much harms, whereas a high risk impact extension can do a lot of damage like stealing your password, bypassing your security settings, and accessing your personal data. High risk impact extensions are not necessarily malicious. However, if they do turn malicious, they can be very harmful.

Reader requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

Risk likelihood measures the probability that a Firefox add-on may turn malicious. This is determined by the publisher and the Firefox add-on reputation on Firefox Add-ons Store, the amount of time the Firefox add-on has been around, and other signals about the Firefox add-on. Our algorithms are not perfect, and are subject to change as we discover new ways to detect malicious extensions. We recommend that you always exercise caution when installing a Firefox add-on.

Reader has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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