YouTube Subtitle Reader

Name: YouTube Subtitle Reader
Rating: 4 (19 reviews)
Author: Conrad

By: Conrad

Reads YouTube subtitles out loud using TTS. Available on Chrome/Edge too, which support more voices/languages straight after installation.

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Features & Capabilities

The YouTube Subtitle Reader is a unique Chrome extension that enables users to have YouTube subtitles read aloud using text-to-speech technology. It fills a gap in accessibility and language learning tools by supporting multiple voices and languages directly upon installation, compatible with both Chrome and Edge browsers.

This extension benefits language learners by providing passive exposure to foreign languages, which research shows improves acquisition. It also assists individuals who are blind or visually impaired in consuming non-dubbed YouTube content, as well as people seeking immersive exposure to foreign media and cultures. Use cases include English speakers learning Spanish or Russian speakers learning English through contemporary media.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Conrad

Daily users:

1,465 -2

Rating:

4.00

(19)

Version:

0.1.7.16 Last updated: 2025-06-07

Version code:

5964535

Creation date:

2023-05-31

Risk:

Permissions:

Content scripts matches:

*.youtube.com

Size:

67.88KB

Email:

co*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website

Full description:

Source:

Firefox Add-ons Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-18

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 2,652 ▲ 3

Other rankings

#107 in Language Support

#240 in Games & Entertainment

#54 in reader keyword 73 ▼ 1

#94 in header keyword 42 ▼ 1

#130 in example keyword 36 ▼ 1

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Other platforms

YouTube Subtitle Reader (v0.1.7.16)

3,000 3.31

(29)

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Developed by:

Conrad

Firefox Add-ons Store

https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/youtube-subtitle-reader/

Email:

co*****@gmail.com

Website:

https://github.com/conradRz

Permission Change History

2023-07-11: Version 0.1.7.4 → 0.1.7.5

Add Permissions: tabs

2023-06-13: Version 0.1.2 → 0.1.3

Remove Permissions: scripting

User Reviews

User reviews show a mix: the core feature—reading subtitles aloud via TTS—is praised and useful when it works, with UI controls to choose subtitles and support for system voices on Mac. However, reliability is a recurring issue: several users report it stops functioning or fails on YouTube and other platforms, and some updates appear to break it. There are also requests for more TTS customization (speed, voices).

Pros

Reads subtitles aloud via text-to-speech (TTS).
Generally useful and appreciated when it works.
UI controls to select which subtitles to read (checkboxes near the video description).
Supports system voices (e.g., Mac) for smoother listening.
Provides clear setup guidance to enable read-aloud functionality.

Cons

Reliability issues: it stops functioning or fails to read subtitles, reported by multiple users.
Not functioning on YouTube and other platforms according to several reviews.
Update breakages: some users report a version update (0.1.7.16) breaks the feature.

Recent reviews

by Fi*****, 2026-04-14

Great app. Doesn't work on Firefox Android. The subtitle and language selection checkbox doesn't appear on it. Working on Kiwi Android. Doesn't work on Edge Android. It is not possible to select a voice (region) for TTS.

by Ex*****, 2026-02-03

by Fi*****, 2026-01-20

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Is YouTube Subtitle 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.

YouTube Subtitle 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

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YouTube Subtitle Reader is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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