# screen reader

> читалка с экрана, воспроизводит выделенный текст

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `screen-reader`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** saimon
- **Category:** feeds-news-blogging,language-support
- **Daily users:** 83
- **Weekly downloads:** 10
- **Rating:** 1.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** 2023-11-04
- **First published:** 2023-10-27
- **Size:** 278 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/screen-reader/)

## Description

Screen Reader is a Chrome extension designed to read aloud selected text on your screen. It aids users by converting highlighted text into speech, improving accessibility for those with reading difficulties or visual impairments. This tool makes browsing more inclusive, allowing effortless listening to web content without additional software. Its lightweight and easy-to-use interface integrates seamlessly with Chrome, providing a convenient way to consume information hands-free. Whether for education, multitasking, or accessibility, Screen Reader enhances your web experience by making text accessible through voice playback.

## Rankings

- #12,748 — Overall
- #5 — screenshot reader
- #73 — screen time
- #105 — screensaver
- #110 — screen
- #112 — reader

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

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

### Host permissions

- `*://*/*`
- `<all_urls>`

### Content script matches

- `<all_urls>`
- `*`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Moderate 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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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/screen-reader)