Free online teleprompter
Paste your script and read it on screen at a steady pace. The scroll speed is set in words per minute, so a 150 wpm setting moves at a natural speaking pace. Mirror mode, full screen, keyboard controls, and optional audio recording are built in. The teleprompter needs no account.
How to use the teleprompter
- 1
Paste your script
Select Edit script, paste or type your text, then select Done editing. Separate paragraphs with a blank line.
- 2
Set the pace
Drag Speed to the words per minute you want. 130 to 150 wpm suits most videos and speeches; the timer shows the estimated total.
- 3
Press Play and read
A 3-second countdown starts the scroll. Keep your eyes level with the green markers at the reading line. Press Space to pause and the arrow keys to change speed.
- 4
Record a take (optional)
Tick Record audio while reading before you press Play. When you finish, listen back and download the take.
Teleprompter tips for natural delivery
- Place the screen as close to the camera lens as possible so your eyes don't drift.
- Use a larger font and fewer words per line. Your eyes should move down, not side to side.
- Set the speed slightly slower than you think. It's easier to speed up mid-read than to chase the text.
- Write the way you talk: contractions, short sentences, and paragraph breaks where you breathe.
- Rehearse once with recording on and listen back before you film.
Keyboard shortcuts
- Space
- Play or pause
- ↑ / ↓
- Speed up or slow down by 10 wpm
- + / −
- Larger or smaller text
- M
- Mirror text
- R
- Restart from the top
Not sure how long your script runs? Check it with the words-to-minutes calculator.
Need something to read?
Every script in the free library opens with this teleprompter built in.
Frequently asked questions
Is this online teleprompter free?
Yes. The teleprompter is free, runs in your browser, and doesn't need an account or download. Optional audio recording follows SceneDub's voice-recording allowance.
How do I set teleprompter speed?
Speed is set in words per minute, so the scroll matches how fast you actually speak. Most people read comfortably at 130 to 160 wpm. Use the up and down arrow keys to adjust by 10 wpm while it scrolls.
Can I mirror the text for a teleprompter glass?
Yes. Select the mirror button or press M to flip the text horizontally for beam-splitter teleprompter glass or a reflected tablet.
Does the teleprompter record video?
It records audio only, locally in your browser, so you can review voice-overs and speeches. For video, run your camera app separately and use this page full screen on a second display or tablet.
Is my script uploaded anywhere?
No. The script stays in the page while you use it and isn't saved to SceneDub's servers. Copy it somewhere safe before closing the tab.
Does it work on a phone or iPad?
Yes. Open the page in a current mobile browser, rotate to landscape for wider lines, and use full screen. Microphone recording requires permission and browser support for MediaRecorder.