Works a treat. This is brill!
Sue Dowdall
Helperbird user
Helperbird for Chrome
Text-to-speech, dyslexia-friendly fonts, immersive reader, reading rulers, and 30+ more tools - right in Google Chrome.
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Everything you need to Read, Write & Learn
One extension with all the accessibility and reading tools you need - built right into your browser.
Reading Features
Reading Mode, Immersive Reader, dyslexia-friendly fonts, and reading rulers for any webpage.
Text-to-Speech
Natural voices in 30+ languages. Listen to any page read aloud.
Dyslexia Fonts
OpenDyslexic, Lexend, and other fonts designed to improve readability.
Writing Features
Voice typing, word prediction, spell check, and sticky notes. Works in Google Docs, Gmail, and across the web.
Color Overlays
Tinted overlays and backgrounds to reduce visual stress and light sensitivity.
Extract Text (OCR)
Pull text from images, screenshots, and scanned PDFs instantly.
Every Browser
Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari. One extension everywhere.
30+ Features
Annotations, highlighter, translation, dictionary, and so much more. Explore them all.
Loved by 1M+ Users
Trusted by Uber, Harvard, Microsoft, and over a million people worldwide.
This is my first google review ever! I have to share that the accessibility and support for independent access for students that Helperbird provides, is a game changer. It is constantly being updated with new features based on feedback and it is extremely user friendly. The ability to customize the settings allows students to have control over their own learning, aligning with Universal Design for Learning. Looking forward to sharing with students and fellow educators on a daily basis. Thanks, Helperbird team!
Kelli Suding
Assistive technology specialist
Immersive Reader from Microsoft is amazing, but my friends in Google districts were missing out until I found Helperbird. Great for proofreading! Simply highlight the text and have it read back to you, change the spacing in your view, highlight parts of speech, even translate by word or by document to have it read to you and adjust the speed! So amazing that I posted a YouTube tutorial within days of installing it. Plus, unlike many extensions, it didn't ask for obnoxious permissions like asking to delete everything in my Google Drive. #Winner #a11y
GK Techies
Helperbird user
So far ive got nothing but amazing things to say about this extension. It helps everyday life so much!
Michael Thompson
Helperbird user
It's helped me immensely with being able to focus and process words on any website
Emily Chan
Helperbird user
I've been meaning to write this review for a while now. My daughter is newly diagnosed with dyslexia and I heard an interview with Robert on a Newstalk podcast and sought it out. I wasn't sure if I had it installed correctly on her laptop and Robert was on straight away to help. He was amazing. This app has changed everything for my daughter. Everything is accessible to her and everyday tasks and schoolwork are so much easier. She also has visual stress so the coloured overlay feature is a game changer for her. I would highly recommend this app to anyone, she couldn't be without it now!
James Summer
Helperbird user
Questions & Answers
Quick answers to common questions. Need more help? Contact us.
What is Helperbird?
Helperbird is a browser extension that makes websites, PDFs, and documents easier to read. It includes text-to-speech, dyslexia-friendly fonts, reading guides, and many other tools to help you read and write online.
How do I install Helperbird?
Visit your browser's extension store (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari), search for 'Helperbird', and click 'Add to Browser'. Once installed, you'll see the Helperbird icon in your toolbar.
Is Helperbird free?
Yes! Helperbird has a free version with essential features that will always be free. Helperbird Pro is $30/year, Helperbird for Business or Schools is $1,500/year, and for Enterprise pricing, contact us.
How do I log in to Helperbird?
Click the Helperbird icon, go to Settings, and log in using your browser's email account. If you have a subscription key, you can enter it there too.
Can Helperbird read text out loud?
Yes! Select any text on a page, right-click, and choose 'Text to speech' from the Helperbird menu. You can also use the play button in the Helperbird panel.
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