Listen to any text on your Mac
Select text in any app and hear it read aloud with natural voices. Or use Podcast mode to turn text into a two-person audio discussion.
Try Wordwand FreeHow it works
Three steps. Any app. Done.
Select any text
Highlight text in any Mac app — an email, article, document, or notes.
Choose Listen or Podcast
Press the shortcut and select Text-to-Speech for standard reading, or Podcast Mode for a two-person discussion.
Listen and learn
Hear your text read aloud while you do other work. Pause, replay, and control playback.
Why Wordwand
What makes this different
Natural voices
AI-generated voices that sound natural, not robotic. Clear pronunciation and proper intonation.
Podcast mode
Converts your text into a two-person conversation. Two voices discuss and explain the content — perfect for reviewing long documents or studying.
Works in any app
Select text in Mail, Safari, Chrome, Notion, Google Docs, Pages, or any other Mac app and listen instantly.
Multitask while listening
Listen to emails, articles, or documents while doing other work. Audio plays in the background.
Use cases
Where this fits into your workflow
Proofread by ear
Hearing your text read aloud catches errors your eyes miss. Listen to emails, articles, or documents before sending.
Study and review
Use Podcast mode to turn lecture notes or study material into a two-person discussion. A different way to absorb information.
Email triage
Listen to long email threads while doing other work. Quickly understand the key points without reading every word.
Articles and research
Turn articles, papers, or documentation into audio. Listen during your commute or workout.
Accessibility
For users with visual impairments or reading difficulties. Any text, any app, read aloud.