Read The Web

Text-to-speech for Web Content
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Read The Web is a powerful Chrome extension that converts web text into natural, human-quality speech across 17 languages. Accessible free with a Kurzweil 3000 subscription or via a 30-day free trial, it allows users to listen to articles, research materials, comments, and news efficiently.

Features include precise audio-visual presentation, customization of reading speed and layout, and access to three types of dictionaries to improve comprehension. Additionally, users can highlight key passages and generate mind maps or bullet lists for better retention. Designed to reduce reading fatigue and support diverse learning needs, Read The Web empowers individuals to unlock their academic and personal potential through accessible literacy tools.

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Manifest V3 Accessibility Education Productivity AI
By:
Kurzweil Education, Inc.
Users:
3,632 147
Rating:
1.00
(2)
Version:
4.0.2 Last updated: 2024-11-13
Creation date:
2022-05-02
Risk:
High risk impact High risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • scripting
  • tabs
  • storage
  • nativeMessaging
  • identity
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • <all_urls>
Size:
705.96K
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Edge Add-on Store
Updated:
20 hours ago

Ranking

# 2,769 ▲ 25
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Read The Web (v4.0.2)
400,000 2.70 (46)

User reviews

Closes all of my tabs when I attempt to use it. I can't use this extension at all :(
by *****, 2021-11-17
Impossible to evaluate without creating an account with them.
by *****, 2021-08-21
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Read The Web requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

Read The Web may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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