TTSFox

Text to Speech on Firefox. It use OS build-in TTS engines, you can use it even when offline.

TTSFox is a powerful Firefox extension that enables text-to-speech functionality using your operating system's built-in TTS engines. This means you can convert text into spoken words without an internet connection, offering offline accessibility and convenience.

Using TTSFox is straightforward: simply click the toolbar icon to enter your text and hit the "Speech" button, or highlight any text on a web page, right-click to open the context menu, select the "Speech" item, and then press "Speech" to start listening. You can also cancel speech playback at any time by clicking the Cancel button. This extension enhances Firefox browsing by making text content accessible audibly, perfect for multitasking or accessibility needs.

By:
Ett Chung
Daily users:
1,591+ -14
Rating:
3.73
(44)
Version:
0.0.28 Last updated: 2019-08-05
Version code:
4828024
Creation date:
2016-04-30
Risk:
Moderate risk impact Low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • tabs
  • contextMenus
Size:
34.28K
Email:
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URLs:
Website
Full description:
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Source:
Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated:
a day ago

User reviews

Pros
  • Supports multiple languages including Korean
  • Utilizes built-in offline voices without requiring additional software
  • Useful for reliving eye strain during long online sessions
Cons
  • Limited speed settings, with requests for incremental speeds
  • Lack of voice selection and organization
  • Inconsistent volume control and poor voice quality
Recent reviews


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Extension safety

Risk impact

TTSFox requires a few sensitive permissions. 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.
Risk likelihood

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

Risk likelihood analysis details
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