honzanovacek / Readivo

Readivo Audio Player allows you to add an audio version of your WordPress posts and pages using the Readivo text-to-speech embed script.
The plugin provides a simple integration with minimal configuration:
• Insert the player manually using the shortcode [readivo] 
• Add the player anywhere in content using the Readivo Player Gutenberg block 
• Automatically insert the player at the top or bottom of posts based on plugin settings 
• Limit automatic insertion to posts published after a selected date 
• Assign a specific audio recording to a post using Play ID 
• Customize player text using Default text 
• Control visibility per post using a dedicated editor panel
The player is rendered dynamically on the frontend and does not modify stored post content in the database. 
Audio playback and processing are powered by the Readivo service.
Full documentation: <a href="https://readivo.app/docs" rel="nofollow ugc">https://readivo.app/docs</a> 
Readivo.app homepage: <a href="https://readivo.app" rel="nofollow ugc">https://readivo.app</a> 
Readivo account: <a href="https://app.readivo.app/register" rel="nofollow ugc">https://app.readivo.app/register</a>
<h3>Usage</h3>
Manual insertion (shortcode): 
– Add [readivo] to the content where you want the player. 
– Optional attributes: 
 – Play ID – use a specific audio recording 
 – Default text – custom player text
Gutenberg block: 
– Add the Readivo Player block anywhere in the content. 
– Optional settings: 
 – Play ID – use a specific audio or uploaded MP3 
 – Default text – custom player text 
– If the block is used, automatic insertion is disabled.
Automatic insertion: 
– Enable “Automatically insert a player into each article” in Settings -> Readivo. 
– Choose position (top/bottom) and post types. 
– Set the date from which posts should include the player.
Per-post control: 
– Use the “Readivo” panel in the editor: 
 – Automatically – follow global settings 
 – Show player – force display 
 – Hide player – disable player for this post 
– You can also set: 
 – Play ID – assign specific audio to the post 
 – Default text – customize player text
Priority logic: 
– Gutenberg block → shortcode → automatic insertion 
– Only one player is rendered per post.
<h3>External services</h3>
This plugin loads an external JavaScript embed script from: 
https://cdn.readivo.app/dist/loader.js
The script renders the Readivo audio player and loads the player endpoint: 
https://cdn.readivo.app/player/
What the service is used for: 
Readivo converts article text into audio and provides an audio player that can play the generated audio on the website. It can also be used to play your own audio files or podcasts — simply upload an MP3 file in the Readivo administration and embed it into your article using a Play ID.
What data is sent: 
When audio generation is triggered, the following data may be sent to the Readivo API: 
– page title 
– page URL 
– a stable custom identifier (post ID based identifier) 
– optionally extracted article text for audio generation
When data is sent: 
No data is sent to the Readivo API when the page loads. 
Data is sent only when a visitor starts audio playback and the audio for the article needs to be generated.
Service provider: <a href="https://readivo.app" rel="nofollow ugc">https://readivo.app</a> 
Terms of service: <a href="https://readivo.app/legal/terms" rel="nofollow ugc">https://readivo.app/legal/terms</a> 
Privacy policy: <a href="https://readivo.app/legal/privacy" rel="nofollow ugc">https://readivo.app/legal/privacy</a>
<h3>Features</h3>
• Convert articles to audio using text-to-speech 
• Play your own audio files or podcasts using Play ID 
• Lightweight frontend player 
• Gutenberg block for precise player placement 
• Manual insertion using shortcode [readivo] 
• Automatic insertion into posts and pages 
• Limit automatic insertion to posts published after a selected date 
• Per-post settings: Play ID, Default text, visibility control 
• Smart insertion logic to prevent duplicate players 
• Audio is generated once and served from cache 
• Does not modify stored post content 
• Works with standard WordPress themes

Readivo – Text to Speech Audio Player

Convert WordPress posts and pages into audio using a text-to-speech player. Let visitors listen to your articles with the Readivo audio player.

instaread

Trusted by 200+ brands and creators, Instaread Audio Player converts your WordPress articles, blog posts, and pages into natural-sounding audio and embeds an audio player on your content. The plugin is provided at no cost to publishers; Instaread operates on an ad-supported model, where revenue is generated through optional audio advertising and shared with the publisher.
The plugin is intended for publishers who want to add an audio version of their text content to improve accessibility and offer an alternative way to consume articles.
<h4>Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Automatic text-to-speech conversion for posts, pages, and custom post types</li>
<li>Embedded audio player with waveform visualizer</li>
<li>Color and style customization to match your site’s branding</li>
<li>Voice library with multiple natural-sounding voices; voice cloning available on request</li>
<li>Site-specific pronunciation dictionary for proper nouns and brand names</li>
<li>Analytics dashboard with listener metrics</li>
<li>Audio podcast feed generation for distribution to podcast platforms</li>
<li>Playlist support for serialized content</li>
<li>Subscribe-to-listen flow for paywalled content</li>
<li>Optional ad suppression for logged-in subscribers</li>
<li>Works with standard WordPress themes</li>
<li>Compatible with major page builders (Elementor, Divi, Beaver Builder, Gutenberg)</li>
<li>Mobile-responsive player layout</li>
<li>Asynchronous player loading — does not block page rendering</li>
</ul>
<h4>How It Works</h4>
<ol>
<li>Install and activate the Instaread Audio Player plugin</li>
<li>Connect your site through the onboarding wizard</li>
<li>Choose your voice, customize the player appearance, and add the required ads.txt lines</li>
<li>Submit your site for approval</li>
<li>Once approved, your articles are converted to audio and the player appears on every post</li>
</ol>
<h4>Who Is This For?</h4>
<ul>
<li>News publishers who want to offer an audio version of their articles</li>
<li>Bloggers who want to make content accessible to audio-first audiences</li>
<li>Content-heavy websites looking to add audio without a separate production pipeline</li>
<li>Magazine and media sites that want an audio version of their archive</li>
</ul>
<h4>Pricing and Monetization</h4>
The plugin is provided at no cost to publishers. Instaread’s revenue comes from optional audio advertising played within the audio stream; publishers receive a share of that revenue.
<h3>Configuration Guide</h3>
<h4>Admin Dashboard</h4>
After activation, the Instaread menu appears in the WordPress admin sidebar. All settings are managed through a locally-rendered admin interface — no iframes, no external page loads in the admin.
<h4>Step 1 — Register Your Site</h4>
Fill in: 
* Website Name — your publication name 
* Homepage URL — your site’s root URL (e.g. https://example.com) 
* Email Address — for account notifications
<h4>Step 2 — Choose a Voice</h4>
<ul>
<li>Browse the voice library and click the play button to preview any voice</li>
<li>Select one or more voices — the system will alternate between them</li>
<li>Browse the available voices and choose the ones that best fit your publication</li>
</ul>
<h4>Step 3 — Configure the Player</h4>
<ul>
<li>Player Design: Choose from Acoustic Player (waveform visualizer), Compact Acoustic, or Compact</li>
<li>Player Color: Set the primary accent color to match your branding</li>
<li>Player Label: Defaults to “Listen to this article” — customize as needed</li>
<li>Waveform Colors, Timestamps Color, and Advertisement Text are available depending on design</li>
<li>A live preview updates instantly as you change settings — no need to save first</li>
</ul>
<h4>Step 4 — Set Player Position</h4>
<ul>
<li>Default Position (recommended): Player is injected above <code>.entry-content</code> automatically</li>
<li>Custom Position: Enter a CSS selector (e.g. <code>.article-body</code>) and choose above or below</li>
</ul>
<h4>Step 5 — Submit for Approval</h4>
Click Submit for Approval. You will be taken to a confirmation screen that shows: 
* Your submission status (pending → accepted) 
* The ads.txt content you must add to your domain
<h4>Step 6 — Add ads.txt</h4>
Instaread requires ads.txt entries to serve audio ads. Add the provided lines to your domain’s <code>/ads.txt</code> file. You can: 
* Edit the file manually at <code>https://yourdomain.com/ads.txt</code> 
* Use the free Ads.txt Manager WordPress plugin (recommended)
The confirmation screen shows a live verification indicator — green when detected correctly.
<h4>Step 7 — Approval and Go-Live</h4>
Once Instaread verifies your ads.txt and approves your site, audio generation begins automatically. New posts are converted within minutes of publishing. Your full archive is also converted at no additional cost.
Approval typically happens within a few hours of submission. After approval, additional settings pages unlock in the admin sidebar: 
* Voice Selection — change or add voices 
* Audio Player — update player design and colors 
* Position — change player placement 
* Manage Posts — include/exclude posts by date or category 
* Pronunciation — add custom pronunciations for brand names or proper nouns 
* Ads — view and copy your ads.txt configuration 
* Analytics — view listener metrics (plays, duration, geography)
<h3>External Services</h3>
Instaread Audio Player connects to external services operated by Instaread (https://instaread.co). 
By installing this plugin, you agree to the Instaread Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This plugin connects to Instaread’s external audio service. Instaread’s hosted service performs article-to-audio processing, audio hosting, player delivery, ad serving, analytics, and revenue-share reporting. These functions are not performed locally by the WordPress plugin.
When enabled by the site administrator, the plugin may send article URLs, article text, site domain, and basic playback/ad event data to Instaread for the purpose of generating audio, serving the audio player, measuring usage, and supporting ad monetization.
Use of the Instaread service is subject to Instaread’s Terms of Use (https://instaread.co/terms) and Privacy Policy (https://instaread.co/privacy).
Instaread does not use your content to train AI models. You retain all intellectual property rights.

Instaread Audio Player — Text-to-Speech & Article-to-Audio

Convert articles, blog posts, and pages into natural-sounding audio. Improves accessibility and supports optional audio advertising.

Readivo – Text to Speech Audio Player vs Instaread Audio Player — Text-to-Speech & Article-to-Audio