How-to · Speechify

How to get started with Speechify for text-to-speech

A practical Speechify setup path: import documents, test voices and speed, try scanning, and decide if the premium tier earns its seat.

Setup commands, limits, and security terms change. Follow the linked official documentation before running anything.

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Before you start

Use a test profile, synthetic data, and no production credentials. This guide is strategy and evaluation guidance, not managed implementation or support.

  1. Import a document

    Start with a PDF, article, or document you actually need to process. Test whether the import handles formatting correctly.

  2. Test voices and speed

    Try different voices and speed settings. The free tier offers up to 1.5x speed and 10 voices — test whether they meet your needs.

  3. Try scanning and OCR

    Use the camera to scan printed text and convert it to speech. Test accuracy with your typical documents.

  4. Test the browser extension

    Install the extension and try listening to web pages. Decide if this is something you would use regularly.

  5. Decide on the premium tier

    If you need natural voices, higher speed limits, or scanning regularly, compare Premium against the time saved.

Completion checklist

  • Document imported
  • Voices and speed tested
  • Scanning tested
  • Browser extension tested
  • Premium tier decision made

Official sources

Review tool →Create a decision brief