ReadTone Read out loud TTs tool

Tracking since Apr 26, 2026.

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• Apr 26, 2026
  description

  This extension adds a play button beside selected text on webpages, allowing users to listen to the text as speech.

  ReadTone — AI Text to Speech for Any Webpage, PDF, Google Docs, Kindle & More
  
  ReadTone is the next-generation AI text to speech (TTS) extension that reads aloud any text on any webpage. Select text, click play, and listen in natural-sounding AI voices. ReadTone turns any written content into high-quality audio instantly — right inside your browser.
  
  Whether you're reading articles, studying, working, or multitasking, ReadTone gives you the power to listen instead of read. With 50+ premium AI voices across 8 languages, word-level text highlighting, adjustable playback speed, and downloadable audio files — ReadTone is the ultimate read aloud tool for Chrome and Edge.
  
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  ✨ KEY FEATURES
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  ⚡ Instant Text to Speech
  Select any text on any webpage and a play button appears. One click to listen. No setup, no hassle.
  
  ⚡ 50+ Premium AI Voices
  Choose from a wide selection of natural-sounding, human-like AI voices. Male, female, and multilingual voices included.
  
  ⚡ 8 Languages Supported
  English, Spanish, French, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Hindi, Italian, and Portuguese. More coming soon.
  
  ⚡ Word-Level Text Highlighting
  Follow along as ReadTone highlights each word in real time while the audio plays. Stay focused and improve reading comprehension.
  
  ⚡ Adjustable Playback Speed
  Speed up or slow down. Listen at your own pace — from slow and careful to fast-paced speed reading.
  
  ⚡ Download Audio Files
  Export any text as MP3, WAV, or OGG. Save audio files for offline listening, podcasts, or content creation.
  
  ⚡ Full Page or Selected Text
  Read only what you select, or let ReadTone read the entire page. You're in control.
  
  ⚡ Commercial License
  Use ReadTone audio for YouTube videos, podcasts, presentations, audiobooks, e-learning courses, and commercial projects.
  
  ⚡ Works Everywhere
  Compatible with websites, blogs, news articles, Google Docs, PDFs, Kindle, ebooks, emails, research papers, and more.
  
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  🎯 WHO IS READTONE FOR?
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  ➤ Students & Learners
  Listen to textbooks, study materials, research papers, and course content. Improve retention by reading and listening at the same time with word highlighting.
  
  ➤ People with Dyslexia, ADHD & Visual Impairments
  ReadTone is built with accessibility at its core. Hear any text read aloud, follow along with highlighting, and reduce reading fatigue. An essential assistive technology tool.
  
  ➤ Professionals & Remote Workers
  Listen to reports, emails, documentation, and articles while multitasking. Turn long-form reading into audio and reclaim your time.
  
  ➤ Content Creators & Podcasters
  Generate voiceovers from any text. Download high-quality MP3, WAV, or OGG files for YouTube, podcasts, social media, and e-learning content with a full commercial license.
  
  ➤ Language Learners
  Hear correct pronunciation in 8 languages. Follow along with text highlighting to connect written words with spoken audio. A powerful tool for immersive language learning.
  
  ➤ Avid Readers & Researchers
  Turn any blog post, article, journal, or ebook into an audiobook experience. Listen at your own speed while highlighting tracks your place.
  
  ➤ Educators & Teachers
  Read course materials aloud for students. Create audio versions of lessons and assignments. Support students with different learning needs using text to speech.
  
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  🔧 HOW TO USE READTONE
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  1. Navigate to any webpage with text.
  2. Select the text you want to hear.
  3. Click the play button that appears beside your selection.
  4. ReadTone reads the text aloud in your chosen AI voice.
  5. Use the toolbar to adjust speed, change voice, or download audio.
  
  You can also click the ReadTone icon in your browser toolbar to access the full player and read entire pages.
  
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  📋 WHAT READTONE SUPPORTS
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  - Any website or blog
  - Google Docs
  - Google Slides
  - PDF files
  - Kindle & ebooks
  - Gmail & Outlook emails
  - Wikipedia & research articles
  - News sites & online publications
  - Social media posts
  - Online textbooks & course materials
  
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  ✨ WHY CHOOSE READTONE?
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  - Human-like AI voices — not robotic, not choppy, just natural
  - Real-time word-by-word text highlighting
  - Works on every website — no exceptions
  - Lightweight and fast — no bloat, no lag
  - Adjustable speed from slow to 4x speed reading
  - Download audio in MP3, WAV, or OGG
  - 8 languages with 50+ voice options
  - Commercial usage rights included on paid plans
  - Built for accessibility and productivity
  - Clean, distraction-free interface
  - Regular updates with new voices and features
  
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  ReadTone — Read smarter. Listen faster. Create more.
  
  Learn more at https://readtone.com

• Apr 26, 2026
  short_description

  This extension adds a play button beside selected text on webpages, allowing users to listen to the text as speech

  ReadTone Text-to-Speech and Voice Productivity TTs Read out loud tool

• Apr 26, 2026
  name

  Read Out Loud

  ReadTone Read out loud TTs tool

• Apr 26, 2026
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  http://*/*, https://*/*

• Apr 26, 2026
  permissions

  activeTab, storage, tabs

  offscreen, storage, tabs, scripting, alarms, activeTab, contextMenus, notifications

Permissions & access

Permissions

offscreenstoragetabsscriptingalarmsactiveTabcontextMenusnotifications

Host access

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