[Browser-Based] 7 Best No-Install Text-to-Speech Tools: Usage & Services

I want to read aloud in my browser without installation!

When you want to read text aloud,

• The installation process is a hassle
• You cannot install it on a smartphone
• The text-to-speech software is not compatible with the OS

problems like these can occur.

If you are going to turn text into audio with reading software, you probably want to use it easily **without the need for installation**, right?

Therefore, in this article, we will explain in detail **recommended text-to-speech software and services that can be used from a browser**, as well as **reading functions that can be used on smartphones and PCs without installation**!

We will also introduce software and services that can be used for **free**, so by reading this article, anyone can easily read text aloud without any installation.

If you are looking for a way to read audio aloud, why not try the recommended methods introduced in this article?

[Browser Compatible] 3 Recommended Reading Software and Services That Don't Require Installation

To read text aloud without installation, **web services used from a browser are recommended**.

There are the following three reading web services.

• Ondoku
• Yukumo!
• Text to voice conversion - Text to voice

We will explain what kind of service each one is, along with its **features and recommended points**.

1. Ondoku

"Ondoku" is a **recommended reading service that can be used from a browser without installation**.

It is a web service that can read text aloud using the **latest AI**, allowing anyone to generate realistic audio.

Just by opening the top page from here, you can easily read text aloud right now.

Moreover, "Ondoku" can be used for **free**!

Since you can **convert text to speech from your browser without registration**, using "Ondoku" is recommended if you want to read text aloud without installation.

Realistic Reading Using the Latest AI

Ondoku uses the latest AI to **read text realistically from a browser with a variety of voice tones.**

Unlike reading software that existed before the advent of AI, it can generate easy-to-listen audio that sounds just like a real person is reading it.

There are **16 types** of voice tones available for reading.

You can choose the voice tone according to your needs, such as video narration, in-store broadcasts, or improving website accessibility.

Because the character personality is not too strong, **another point is that it is easy to use for business purposes**.

If you are looking for a browser-based reading software/service with natural audio, "Ondoku" is recommended.

Listen to 16 types of voices from the text-to-speech software Ondoku for free. Change the impression with pitch variations

Ondoku has 16 types of Japanese voices. Of course, both male and female voices are available. We have made it possible to test listen to 8 commonly used Japanese voices, as well as the voices when the pitch of each is adjusted.

Reading and Saving Possible Without Installation

"Ondoku" is a reading service that can be used from a browser **for free and without installation**.

Of course, you can not only read aloud but also **save** the audio.

The download format is MP3 or WAV.

Since these are standard file formats, they can be easily opened in video editing software or audio editing software.

*Saving is possible even when using it for free without registration!

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Commercial Use OK!

**Commercial use is OK** with "Ondoku"!

Of course, commercial use is also possible when reading aloud for free without logging in.

When you are looking for a reading software or service that can be used for work without installation, why not try "Ondoku"?

*Credit notation is required when using it for free. If you want to use it without credit notation, you need to subscribe to a paid plan. Click here for details.

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Supports Foreign Languages

"Ondoku" supports **48 languages**, including Japanese and English.

[Ondoku] Voice types for supported languages and sample audio listening

Here, we will introduce the languages supported by Ondoku and their sample audio.

You can easily generate audio in foreign languages without installation.

Conversation-style Reading with Multiple Voice Tones is Possible!

With Ondoku, it is also possible to generate **audio in a conversation format** using multiple voice tones!

How to use Ondoku's conversation/dialogue function. Making listening materials and long text creation more convenient with speech synthesis!

How to use Ondoku's conversation function! We explain how to use the conversation function with images and introduce specific examples of what uses the conversation function can be applied to.

This is a function that can often be used in paid software that requires installation, but since it is an advanced feature, it is usually not included in free software or services.

In that regard, "Ondoku" allows you to use the conversation function for free!

*Free membership registration is required to use the conversation function. Register here.

Since the conversation function is not included in the other web services introduced in this article, **"Ondoku" is recommended if you want to read aloud in a conversation format from a browser**.

"Ondoku" is Recommended for Free Reading

As you can see, there are many benefits to the web service **"Ondoku"**, which can read aloud with the latest AI.

No registration or login is required and it can be used for **free** from a browser, so **if you are looking for a reading software or service that doesn't require installation, why not start by using "Ondoku" from here?**

2. Yukumo!

Yukumo! is a **reading service that can be used from a browser without the need to install software**.

It can be used for free, but a license must be purchased for commercial use.

A Reading Service That Can Be Used from a Browser

Yukumo! is a **reading service that uses the speech synthesis library of Aquest Co., Ltd.**

You can enter text from your browser and read it aloud with audio without installing any software.

Of course, **downloading audio files is also possible**.

The save format is MP3.

Reading Possible with Monotone Voice (Yukkuri Voice)

The **speech synthesis library "AquesTalk"** used in Yukumo! also includes **monotone voices (Yukkuri voices)**.

While there is other software that can use monotone voices, all of them require downloading the software and cannot be used from a browser.

Since it is rare to find a reading service that can be used from a browser and includes Yukkuri voices, Yukumo! is recommended if you want to easily use Yukkuri voices without downloading or installing any software.

Free for Personal Non-commercial Use

Yukumo! can be used for free when for **personal non-commercial use**.

Since it can be used immediately from a browser without registration, it is easy to check what kind of voice it reads with.

Commercial Use is Paid

However, **a paid license contract is required for commercial use**.

This is because you must comply with the license of "AquesTalk," the speech synthesis library used by Yukumo!.

The commercial license must be purchased from Aquest Co., Ltd., the software developer of the speech synthesis library, rather than the operator of Yukumo!.

Caution is required as **a commercial license is required for both individuals and corporations for any use that generates money**, such as video distribution with advertisements, use of audio on commercial sites, or the sale of applications or videos using the audio.

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3. Text to voice conversion - Text to voice

Text to voice conversion - Text to voice is a **web service that can read audio aloud from a browser**.

It allows for the reading and downloading of text entered on the browser.

The Japanese reading uses **Microsoft's speech synthesis library**.

Reading in foreign languages is also possible.

Available for Free

Text to voice conversion - Text to voice can be used for free.

However, detailed information regarding commercial use is not provided.

Furthermore, because the **operator is not clearly stated**, if you wish to use it for work, it is recommended to consider using other services.

4 Reading Methods for Smartphones and PCs That Don't Require Installation

Smartphones and PCs are equipped with standard reading functions, allowing them to be used **without additional software installation**.

However, they cannot be saved as audio files.

• Android smartphone
• iOS (iPhone/iPad)
• Windows PC (Narrator)
• Mac OS

We will explain the reading functions for each.

1. Android smartphone

In the case of an **Android smartphone**, you can read aloud by **turning on "Select to Speak" from the Settings app**.

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Flow of Reading Settings for Android Smartphones

*Explained using Android 12.

Open the Settings app.

Open "Accessibility."

Open "Select to Speak."

Turn on "Select to Speak shortcut."

A confirmation screen will be displayed, so select "Allow."

With this, the reading setting is turned on, and **a reading button will be displayed at the bottom right of the screen**.

*The reading button is not displayed in the images because it does not appear in screen screenshots.

In this state, if you **select text** and press the reading button, the content can be read aloud.

Reading content displayed in a browser is also easily possible without installation.

However, this is strictly a function for improving accessibility, and audio cannot be saved.

If you want to save the audio that has been read, it is recommended to use services such as "Ondoku" from a browser.

2. iOS (iPhone/iPad)

**iOS (iPhone/iPad)** is also equipped with a reading function that doesn't require installation.

Of course, no installation is necessary.

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How to Read Aloud on iPhone

To read text on an iPhone:

"Settings" App -> "Accessibility" -> "Spoken Content"

Open that and select

"Speak Selection"

.

Now, you can select and read aloud text from browsers and other sources.

However, this is also a function for improving accessibility, so audio cannot be saved.

If you want to save the audio, you should use a reading service such as "Ondoku" from a browser.

3. Windows PC (Narrator)

**Windows PC** is equipped with a **"Narrator" function** as a standard reading feature.

It can be used without installation.

"Narrator" can be set from **"Ease of Access"** in the **Settings app**.

Open "Narrator."

You can start the Narrator function from "Turn on Narrator."

However, this is also a function for improving accessibility, and **in its state upon first startup, all text displayed on the screen will be read aloud.**

For text reading for work or hobbies, it is recommended to use web services such as "Ondoku" from a browser.

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4. Mac OS

**Each software (app) in Mac OS is equipped with a reading function**, allowing for text reading without installation.

It is very easy to use; just go to the **menu at the top of the app** and select

"Edit" -> "Speech" -> "Start Speaking"

and you are set.

**This function is also installed in the Safari browser**, so you can easily read websites aloud without installation.

However, you cannot save the read-aloud audio.

Even for Mac, if you want to save the audio, it is recommended to use services such as "Ondoku".

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