Text to Speech

Convert text to natural speech using your browser's built-in voices. Multiple languages, adjustable speed and pitch. Free and private.

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What Is the Text to Speech Tool?

Convert any text into natural-sounding speech using voices built into your browser. Choose from multiple languages and voices, and adjust speed and pitch to suit your needs.

How to Use It

Listen to your text in seconds:

  • Type or paste your text into the input area.
  • Select a voice from the dropdown.
  • Adjust the speed and pitch sliders.
  • Click Speak to start playback.

Tips

  • Use this tool for proofreading by hearing your text aloud.
  • macOS and iOS voices like Samantha tend to sound very natural.
  • Your text never leaves your device — all processing is local.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this text to speech tool free?+
Yes. It uses the Web Speech API built into your browser. No server processing, no signup, no limits.
What languages are supported?+
It depends on your browser and operating system. Most support English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and many more. The voice dropdown shows all available voices.
Can I download the audio?+
The Web Speech API doesn't support direct audio export. For downloadable audio, you'd need a server-side TTS service. This tool is designed for listening and proofreading.
Why do some voices sound more natural than others?+
Browsers include both basic and premium voices. On macOS and iOS, voices like Samantha and Alex are high quality. On Chrome, Google's voices tend to sound more natural. Premium voices are downloaded on-demand.
Is my text sent to a server?+
No. The Web Speech API processes text locally in your browser. Your text never leaves your device.

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