# Reader

> 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

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/reader-tts](https://chrome-stats.com/d/reader-tts)

## Overview

- **ID:** `reader-tts`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Oliver Moran
- **Category:** language-support
- **Daily users:** 35
- **Weekly downloads:** 4
- **Rating:** 4.00 / 5 (4 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** 2021-03-30
- **First published:** 2021-03-28
- **Size:** 74 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/reader-tts/)
- **Website:** [https://oliver-moran.github.io/reader/](https://oliver-moran.github.io/reader/)

## Description

**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.

## Rankings

- #18,908 — Overall
- #6 — reader
- #142 — header

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `contextMenus`
- `storage`
- `tabs`
- `<all_urls>`

### Content script matches

- `*`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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