Privacy Policy
hey read this page extension
Last updated: August 17, 2026
TL;DR
Your reading stays on your device.
hey read this page has no account, server, analytics, advertising, or tracking. It processes page text locally in Chrome to create audio.
What the Extension Reads
When you choose Read this page, the extension reads the text and title from the current webpage so it can build a listening queue and highlight the paragraph being spoken.
This content is used only for the current listening session and is processed locally in your browser.
What Is Stored Locally
Two preferences are saved in Chrome's local extension storage:
- Your selected voice
- Your selected reading pace
These preferences remain on your device and are not sent to us.
No Data Collection
We do not collect, sell, share, transmit, or retain your page text, generated audio, browsing history, or personal information. The extension does not use analytics or advertising services.
Chrome Permissions
- storage: Saves your chosen voice and pace locally.
- offscreen: Keeps local speech generation and audio playback running after the popup closes.
- windows: Lets you return to the tab currently being read.
- HTTP(S) page access: Lets the extension read the page you ask it to read and highlight the current paragraph.
Open Source
The source code is available on GitHub, where you can review how the extension works.
Questions?
Open an issue on GitHub.