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Best Text-to-Speech (TTS) Chrome extension to read aloud articles, news, and docs.
Natural AI voices that don't sound robotic. Works on any website.
Select Text
Highlight any text snippet you want to listen to.
Shift + Tab
Use the quick shortcut to start the magic instantly.
Listen & Enjoy
Relax as natural AI voices read everything to you.
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Add to Edge - Try for FreeWorks on every website • Substack • Medium • News sites
Features
Instant Access
One shortcut to listen
shift + 
tabSelect any text on a webpage and press the shortcut. No menus, no clicking around.
Universal Support
Works on any website
Substack
ChatGPT
NY Times
Docs
Gmail
LinkedIn
Wikipedia
X& more
Smart Hints
Never forget the shortcut
Appears in the corner when you select 30+ words. Non-intrusive and easy to dismiss.
Natural Voices
6 AI voices to choose
Nova
Energetic & vibrant
Alloy
Neutral & balanced
Echo
Warm & engaging
+ 3 more voices
Speed Control
Listen at your pace
Current speed
Perfect For
Whether you're busy, tired, or just prefer listening to text read aloud—our TTS extension fits into your life.
Commuting?
Listen to newsletters on the go
Turn your commute into learning time. Use TTS to read aloud Substack, news, and articles while driving or on the train.
Eye strain?
Let text-to-speech read for you
After hours of screen time, let your ears do the reading. Listen to articles and rest your eyes while staying productive.
Multitasking?
Listen while you work
Cook, clean, exercise, or do chores while our TTS reads aloud your articles. Turn any task into a listening session.
Learning?
Read aloud improves retention
Research shows listening to text-to-speech improves comprehension. Great for students and researchers who want to absorb more.
Loved by readers everywhere
Join thousands of users who have transformed how they consume content
"ArticleAudio was an absolute game-changer. This free text-to-speech Chrome extension has seamlessly integrated into my daily workflow, making content consumption genuinely more enjoyable."
Neil Agarwal
Jan 15, 2026
"Very impressed so far! It's so hard to find a good read aloud extension and this one is fast and sounds nice."
Paige Swartz
Jan 23, 2026
"Was looking for something like this and this was the only one that "just worked""
Phalgun Guduthur
Jan 22, 2026
"Very useful extension. It's super easy to use, and the latency is also quite low. Been using it extensively."
Ekansh Bansal
Feb 1, 2026
Why ArticleAudio?
The best text-to-speech Chrome extension. Here's what sets our read aloud tool apart.
Simpler than alternatives
Just select text and press Shift+Tab to read aloud. No menus, no right-clicks, no complicated setup to start listening.
Read aloud on any website
Unlike other TTS tools limited to specific sites, ArticleAudio lets you listen to text everywhere—news, docs, email, social media.
Natural AI voices
No more robotic, monotone text-to-speech. Our TTS voices sound like real humans reading aloud with proper pacing and intonation.
Most affordable TTS
Premium read aloud features at just $5/month—a fraction of what alternatives like Speechify charge. Best value text-to-speech extension.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the free trial work?
You get 2,000 words of audio generation completely free - no credit card required. This is enough to try out the extension and see if it works for you. After that, upgrade to Premium for unlimited words at $5/month.
Which websites does it work on?
ArticleAudio works on every website - Substack, Medium, news sites, research papers, documentation, Wikipedia, and more. If you can select text, you can listen to it.
How do I use it?
Simply select any text on a webpage, then press Shift+Tab. A player will appear with natural AI voices reading your selected text.
Can I change the playback speed?
Yes! You can adjust playback speed from 0.5x (slower) to 2x (faster). The player also includes skip forward/backward buttons (5 seconds each) and pause/play controls.
What voices are available?
You can choose from 6 natural-sounding AI voices: Alloy, Echo, Fable, Onyx, Nova, and Shimmer. Each has a unique tone and character. Select your favorite in the settings.
Is my data private?
Absolutely. We only process the text you explicitly select for speech generation. We don't track your browsing, collect personal data, or store your reading history.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, you can cancel your Premium subscription at any time. There are no long-term commitments or cancellation fees.