The tool recognizes both printed and handwritten text in uploaded images (OCR – Optical Character Recognition) and then reads the extracted text aloud using text-to-speech (TTS). This allows you to extract text from images and have it read to you in an accessible manner. It's especially helpful for visually impaired or blind individuals, as well as anyone looking to conveniently access text from images.

The tool allows you to either upload an image or take a photo directly using your mobile device's camera. The text in the image—whether printed or handwritten—is automatically recognized and then read aloud. Simply capture or upload the image, and the tool takes care of the rest automatically.

You can use common image formats such as JPG or PNG. Simply upload an image containing text—the tool recognizes the text regardless of the file format. It's important that the image quality is sufficient to ensure optimal text recognition.

Once you've uploaded an image, the tool automatically begins the text recognition process. As soon as the text is successfully recognized, a play or read-aloud button will appear. Click on this button (often indicated by a speaker or play icon), and the extracted text will be read aloud through your speakers or headphones. You can pause and resume playback at any time if you need a break.

There is a free plan that includes 10,000 credits and 5 image uploads per month. Usage beyond these limits is subject to charges. You can find details about pricing here: pricing.

No, your uploaded images are not permanently stored. However, the recognized text and generated audio files can optionally be saved in "My Library." Your privacy and data security are our highest priority. Your content will never be shared with third parties.

The Reading Assistance tool extracts text from images, allowing you to display individual text passages in a large font. This makes it easier and more comfortable for you to read the text.

You can either upload an existing image or take a photo directly using your phone's camera. The tool automatically detects text and highlights recognized text areas. Clicking on a highlighted text section opens it in a large, easily readable font size. You can also manually adjust the font size as needed.

Yes, the tool recognizes both printed and handwritten texts, provided the handwriting is sufficiently clear. Ensure good image quality to achieve optimal results.

A free basic plan is available, offering 10,000 credits and 5 image uploads per month. Additional usage options require payment. More information can be found here: pricing.

The Translator tool recognizes text in uploaded images and automatically translates it into a language of your choice. The translated texts can then be read aloud directly, making it particularly helpful for quickly accessing foreign-language documents or signs.

You can either upload an image or take a photo directly with your mobile device's camera. After the automatic text recognition, simply select your target language, and the tool will provide the translation within seconds.

Yes, after the translation, you can activate the text-to-speech feature. Simply select your preferred voice and speed, and comfortably have the translated text read aloud to you.

The tool supports a wide range of languages, including English, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Turkish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Hindi, and Vietnamese.

A free basic plan provides 10,000 credits and 5 image uploads per month. Additional usage requires payment. Detailed information can be found on our pricing site.

"My Archive" allows you to permanently save documents, audio files, and bookmarks. Uploaded files are always available and can be conveniently viewed and read aloud using the integrated viewer.

Common formats such as PDF, DOCX, XLS/XLSX, TXT, EPUB, as well as audio files in MP3 and WAV formats are supported. You can upload these files directly and open them in the viewer.

Click on "Select file" to choose a document or audio file from your device, then click on "Upload." After a successful upload, the file will appear in your library and can be opened directly.

Yes, the integrated viewer lets you read documents directly in your browser, and you can even have them read aloud using the text-to-speech feature. Audio files can also be played directly in the viewer.

Bookmarks are markers that allow you to save your current reading position within documents. You can open these bookmarks later to resume reading precisely from the saved spot.

You can remove saved documents, audio files, and bookmarks from "My Library" at any time by clicking the delete icon (🗑️) and confirming the deletion.

The language setting allows you to define your preferred language, dialect, gender, and voice quality for the text-to-speech feature. You can save these settings permanently and adjust them at any time to ensure the best possible listening experience.

First, select your preferred language. Then, you can choose a specific dialect, the voice gender, and the desired quality. After that, various voices will become available, from which you can select and save your favorite.

Yes, you can listen to a preview of your selected voice anytime. Simply enter some text into the preview field and click the play button to instantly test the voice.

Yes, you can delete saved voices anytime. Simply click on the "Delete" option next to the respective voice in your saved voices section and confirm the deletion.

Most e-books without technical copy protection ("DRM-free") can easily be used with TextSnapper. Books with watermarks are generally no problem. Unfortunately, uploading e-books with DRM won't work—so before purchasing, check if the book is DRM-free.

Yes, the features of TextSnapper vary depending on the membership level. The free basic plan includes 10,000 credits and 5 image uploads per month. Standard, Premium, and Diamond memberships offer unlimited uploads and credits depending on the chosen plan. You can find detailed information about memberships on the pricing site.

TextSnapper uses the Google Text-to-Speech (TTS) API, providing a wide range of high-quality standard and premium voices such as Chirp, WaveNet, Neural2, News, and Studio. We selected these voices because Google continuously optimizes and improves them, ensuring our users always benefit from the most current, natural-sounding, and high-quality voices available.

Yes, you can cancel your membership at any time. After cancellation, your membership will remain active until the end of the already paid billing period and will automatically expire afterward without incurring further charges.

All memberships run monthly or annually by default and renew automatically until you actively cancel them. You can view and adjust the exact duration in your account settings.

Yes, TextSnapper fully complies with all GDPR requirements. Data privacy and security are our highest priorities. Your data is securely stored, not shared without authorization, and you can request a complete overview of your stored data or initiate its deletion at any time. More information can be found in our privacy policy.

You can easily and quickly reach our support through our Contact Form. We usually respond to your inquiry within 24 hours on business days.

TextSnapper offers various voice qualities:

• Standard: Solid, neutral synthetic voice for basic text-to-speech functionality.
• WaveNet: Natural-sounding, with clear emphasis and a pleasant speech melody.
• Chirp: Friendly, bright, and lively—ideal for podcasts or promotional videos.
• Chirp3: Enhanced Chirp voices with clear pronunciation and particularly pleasant emphasis.
• Neural2: Extremely realistic and almost human-sounding, ideal for interactive content and audiobooks.
• Studio: Premium studio-quality voices, ideal for professional content and advertisements.
• News: Neutral, professional, and factual-sounding voices for informative content.
• Casual: Casual, relaxed, and informal voices, ideal for social media and personal assistants.
• Polyglot: Multilingual voices capable of perfectly pronouncing words from multiple languages within a single text.

More details and audio samples can be found on our Voicesettings site.

Credits depend on the voice quality used. Different credits are consumed per character:

• Standard: 1 credit per character
• WaveNet: 4 credits per character
• Polyglot: 4 credits per character
• Chirp/Chirp3: 4 credits per character
• Neural2: 4 credits per character
• News: 6 credits per character
• Studio: 40 credits per character

The higher quality and more natural the voice, the more credits are used per character.