Shows in the corner of the screen how many minutes it will take to read the current article
Users
6
−2 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
6
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#227K
#190K among extensions
Version
1.0.0
updated 15 Jan 2026
Users
monthly, 9 months
Latest, 15 Oct 2026:6 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
Ratings count
monthly, 9 months
Latest, 15 Oct 2026:6 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About Read Aloud Timer
Read Aloud Timer helps you manage your reading time by showing estimated reading duration for any article or webpage.
Features:
Automatically detects and analyzes article content
Calculates reading time based on word count
Adjustable reading speed (slow, normal, fast, or custom)
Choose timer position in any corner of the screen
Supports English and Russian interfaces
Minimal, non-intrusive design
Works locally - no data collection
How It Works:
Install the extension
Visit any article or blog
Reading time appears automatically
Click the icon to adjust settings
Settings:
Reading speed: 150-1000 words per minute
Timer position: top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right
Enable/disable toggle
Language selection
The extension processes all data locally in your browser. No information is collected or transmitted.
Perfect for students, researchers, professionals, and anyone who wants to better manage their reading time.