BrowseAloud

BrowseAloud is assistive technology software that adds text-to-speech functionality to websites.[1] It is designed by Texthelp Ltd, a Northern Ireland–based company that specialises in the design of assistive technology. BrowseAloud adds speech and reading support tools to online content to extend the reach of websites for people who require reading support. The JavaScript-based[2] tool adds a floating toolbar to the web page being visited. The service is paid for by the website's publisher; and is free to website visitors.[3]

BrowseAloud has been used in the United Kingdom by local councils,[4] and parts of the National Health Service.[5] The software won a New Statesman New Media Award in 2004.[6]

  1. ^ "Text-To-Speech – Software Comparison - Digital Accessibility Centre (DAC)". www.digitalaccessibilitycentre.org. Archived from the original on 21 February 2018. Retrieved 20 February 2018.
  2. ^ Cite error: The named reference Williams was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  3. ^ "Accessibility". Association of Voluntary Service Managers. Retrieved 19 February 2018. Browsealoud... is not designed to be a substitute for a full screen reader program such as Window Eyes or Jaws.
  4. ^ Public Technology[permanent dead link‍]
  5. ^ Morpeth Harold
  6. ^ "New Media Awards 2004". New Statesman. Archived from the original on 4 February 2012.