SimpleReader: Text to Speech that Reads Aloud

Turn any article into audio. SimpleReader is a free, lightweight text to speech extension that reads web pages out loud with one click — no account, no subscription, no limits. HOW IT WORKS • Click the SimpleReader icon on any page • An elegant floating control appears in the corner • Press play — the page is read aloud using your computer's built-in voice • Speed up or slow down anytime, from 0.5x to 3x WHY SIMPLEREADER • 100% free — no premium tier, no word limits, no sign-in required • Private by design — the text never leaves your computer; speech is generated locally by Chrome's built-in engine • Simple on purpose — play, pause, stop, speed. Nothing else to learn • Keeps reading while you scroll or work in the same tab GREAT FOR • Listening to articles while you cook, commute, or multitask • Proofreading your own writing by ear • Reducing eye strain on long reads • Accessibility and learning support Read aloud. Listen to anything. That's it.