How do I get Readvox working in Brave browser?

Just install the Readvox extension from the Chrome Web Store, pin it to your browser bar, and you're ready to listen to almost anything online—including Google Docs, Kindle, PDFs, and more!

Can Readvox read Google Docs out loud?

Absolutely! Readvox is one of the few extensions that works with Google Docs in both paged and pageless mode. Just open your doc, click the Readvox icon, and start listening.

How do I listen to Kindle books in Brave?

Open Kindle Cloud Reader (read.amazon.com), click the Readvox icon, and your book will be read aloud. Readvox even flips the pages for you!

Can Readvox handle PDFs, even scanned ones?

Yes! Open your PDF in the browser, click the Read button, and Readvox will read it out loud. For scanned or image-based PDFs, use the Snippet tool to select and listen to any text—even from images.

What is the See-Say feature and why should I care?

See-Say lets you control how Readvox pronounces words or phrases. Perfect for acronyms, technical terms, or skipping things like reference numbers. You can even use it for language learning!

How do I add or test my own pronunciation rules?

Go to the See-Say tab in Readvox settings, click 'Add new rule', and enter your custom pronunciation. Use the 'Try it out' panel to instantly test your rules on sample sentences.

Can I skip certain words or numbers when listening?

Yes! Just create a See-Say rule with the 'Say' field left empty, and Readvox will skip those words or numbers as it reads.

Do I need to pay for See-Say or other features?

Nope! All you need is a free Readvox account to unlock See-Say and other powerful features. No premium required for the basics.

How many custom rules can I make in See-Say?

There's no hard limit—add as many as you need to make your listening experience perfect for you.

Can I use Readvox for language learning or accessibility?

Definitely! Many users create See-Say rules for foreign words, tricky names, or to skip distracting elements. It's great for students, professionals, and anyone who wants more control over what they hear.

How to Use Text-to-Speech in Brave Browser

How I Finally Got Brave Browser to Read to Me (And Why You'll Want To, Too)

You ever have one of those moments where you're staring at a wall of text—maybe it's a research article, a recipe, or that never-ending Google Doc—and you just wish your browser would read it out loud? I've been there. Brave browser is my go-to for privacy and speed, but, honestly, it's always been a bit… silent. No built-in voice, no easy way to get it to read stuff back. Frustrating, right?

How to Use Text-to-Speech in Brave Browser

I used to think, "Maybe it's just me. Maybe I'm missing some secret setting." Turns out, Brave just doesn't do text-to-speech out of the box. But here's the thing: you can make it talk. And not just mumble a few words—actually read anything you want, from Google Docs to Kindle books, even those stubborn PDFs. That's where Readvox comes in. Let me walk you through how I turned Brave into my own personal audiobook machine.

How to get Readvox up and running in Brave (it's quick, promise)
Real-life: Google Docs, Kindle Cloud Reader, PDFs, Medium, Wikipedia—yep, all of them
My favorite tips for making listening feel natural (and a little fun)

Getting Readvox on Brave: It's Easier Than You Think

Head to readvox.com and hit the big orange "Install Extension" button. It'll zip you straight to the Chrome Web Store page for Readvox.
Click "Add to Brave." That's it. You'll spot the Readvox icon in your browser bar—like a little badge of honor for your ears.
If you're the type who likes to do things the hard way (no judgment), just open the Chrome Web Store, search "Readvox," and install it from there.
Pin the Readvox icon for easy access. Trust me, you'll want it handy.

Google Docs: From Wall of Text to Instant Audiobook

I write a lot in Google Docs—sometimes more than I care to admit. If you want Brave to read your doc, just open it, hover to the left of the paragraph you want, and click the Readvox icon. Boom, it starts reading out loud from there. Or, if you're like me and want the whole thing, just hit the blue Read button at the top. It'll start from the beginning and keep going.

Pro tip: Readvox is the only text-to-speech extension I've found that works with Google Docs in both paged and pageless mode. If you want the nitty-gritty, check out our guide on Google Docs with Game-Changing Text-to-Speech Chrome Extension.

Kindle Cloud Reader: Books You'll Actually Finish

I have a confession: my Kindle library is full of books I swore I'd read "someday." Sound familiar? With Readvox, I finally started listening to them—while cooking, walking, or just zoning out. Open your book in Kindle Cloud Reader ( read.amazon.com), click the Readvox icon, and let the story come to you. It's oddly satisfying.

Hands-free: Readvox even flips the page for you. No tapping, no fuss. It's the closest thing to turning your Kindle library into a pile of audiobooks. Want the full walkthrough? Here's our step-by-step: Turn Kindle Books Library into Audiobooks Collection.

PDFs: No More Squinting at Tiny Text

PDFs are everywhere—syllabi, research papers, that 200-page manual you'll never read. With Readvox, just open the PDF in Brave, click the Read button, and it'll read the text out loud. Doesn't matter if it's a scanned doc or a fresh download. For more on listening to PDFs, see How to Listen to PDF with Text-to-Speech Extension.

Bonus: Readvox flips PDF pages for you, too. It's the little things.

Medium: Stories for Your Ears

I love Medium, but sometimes my eyes just can't take another screen. Open any article, click the Read icon, and let the words wash over you. Or, if you're picky, scroll to the part you want and click the Readvox tooltip that pops up.

Tip: Not a fan of the tooltip? You can turn it off in settings. I did for a while, then missed it and turned it back on. Go figure.

My Favorite Readvox Tricks

Tweak the voice, speed, or skip stuff you don't want to hear. Want to start from a specific paragraph? Here's how: How to Read Starting from Any Paragraph.
Readvox works on most websites. I've used it on news, recipes, even my email. Try it—you'll be surprised.
Want to fix how it pronounces your name? The See-Say feature in settings is a lifesaver. For the full scoop: How to Use See-Say Pronunciation in Text-to-Speech.

Let Brave Do the Reading—You Deserve a Break

That's pretty much it. Now Brave can read to you, whenever and wherever. Give your eyes a rest and let Readvox handle the heavy lifting. I use it every day—sometimes for work, sometimes just to hear a story while I cook.

Try it on your favorite sites, or just pick something random and see how it feels. You might be surprised how much you like listening.

Install Readvox from Chrome Web Store

Who's This For? (Spoiler: Probably You)

Students who want to listen to notes, articles, or textbooks 📚
Professionals reviewing reports, PDFs, or emails 💼
Anyone who wants hands-free reading on any website 🙌

Why I Keep Using Readvox

Listen to Google Docs, Kindle books, PDFs, Medium, and more
Adjust voice, speed, pronunciation, and more
Honestly, it's the best text-to-speech extension I've found for Brave