How to Turn Text Into Speech for Free
Text & Writing · Step-by-step guide · 4 steps · 2 min read
Text to Voice reads your text out loud in a natural voice. Use it for videos, study notes, or to listen instead of read.
In the pictures, orange letters like A show where to look. Each step tells you its letter.
Step 1: Type or paste your text
In 1 Your text, put your words in Text to speak. Or press Try sample text to test it. See A in the picture.
Step 2: Pick a style and a voice
In 2 Voice & style, pick a Speaking style, like Warm & friendly. Then pick a Voice. You can change the Speed too. Preview voice plays a short sample. See B in the picture.
Step 3: Press Generate speech
The first time, your browser downloads the voice files. This is about 80 MB. A small window shows the progress. Next time it starts much faster. See C in the picture.
Step 4: Listen and download
A player shows up when it is ready. Press play. Then press Download WAV to save the sound file.
Tips and questions
Why is the first time slow?
The voice files must download once. That is about 80 MB. Your browser keeps them, so later it is fast.
Can I use the sound in my videos?
Yes. Download the WAV file and use it in your own projects.
Which voice sounds best?
Heart is marked as the best. Try a few with Preview voice. The best one depends on your text.
Can I make the voice higher or lower?
Yes. Open Advanced options and move the Pitch slider.
Privacy
The voice runs on your own device. Your text is not sent to us. Only the voice files are downloaded.
Try it now
The Text to Voice is free. You do not need an account.