Read Aloud DOCX

Read Aloud DOCX

Transform your Word documents into immersive reading experiences. Whether you're proofreading drafts, reviewing reports, or polishing essays, Readio lets you listen to DOCX files with natural AI voices while following along with synchronized highlighting and auto-scrolling.

Natural AI voices

Listen to your DOCX files with natural-sounding voices that make long documents easier to get through.

  • A wide range of voices across major languages
  • Multilingual voices for mixed-language documents
  • Switch voices and adjust speed anytime
Alloy HD
balanced, neutral, versatile
Echo HD
clear, steady, straightforward
Onyx HD
deep, strong, resonant
Nova HD
bright, friendly, approachable
Shimmer HD
light, crisp, expressive

Text Highlight

Follow along as it reads.

  • Sentences highlight in real time while the page automatically scrolls to the current text.
  • Perfect for deep reading, proofreading, and long documents.

Reading and listening simultaneously creates a powerful learning experience that enhances comprehension and retention.

Our synchronized highlighting keeps your eyes on the text while your ears take in the information.

Smart Speed Control

Find your perfect listening pace with precision control.

  • Choose from convenient presets (0.75x, 1.5x, 2.5x) or fine-tune to your exact preference.
  • Speed up to review documents or slow down to catch details and mistakes.

Playback Speed

1x

Cloud Library Sync

Your reading progress travels with you.

  • Auto-syncs across all your devices so you can start on your laptop and finish on your phone.
  • Visual progress indicators for every PDF, EPUB, and DOCX in your personal library.
Library Sync
Syncing...
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PDFJust now
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The Great Gatsby.epub
EPUB2m ago
42%
Lecture_Notes_W4.pdf
PDF1h ago
12%

Multiple File Formats

Not just DOCX.

  • Readio supports PDF, EPUB, DOCX, TXT, and more so you can listen to documents, ebooks, and drafts in one place.
  • Great for turning reading time into listening time anywhere.
PDF
Portable Document
EPUB
E-Book Format
DOCX
Word Document
TXT
Plain Text
HTML
Web Page
URL
Web Link
ODT
Open Document
RTF
Rich Text

How to Read Your DOCX Aloud

Getting started is simple. Upload your Word document and let AI voices bring your content to life.

Step 1

Upload Your DOCX

Drag and drop any DOCX file into Readio. Great for drafts, essays, and business documents.

Step 2

Select Voice

Choose from natural-sounding AI voices and customize read aloud speed, language, and preferences.

Step 3

Listen

Start reading aloud with synchronized highlighting. Navigate sections, adjust zoom, and control playback easily.

Who uses Readio

Listen to Word documents so you can review, edit, and stay focused without staring at the screen.

Writers

Writers

Listen to drafts to catch awkward phrasing and improve clarity before publishing.

Students

Students

Listen to essays, notes, and assignments while reviewing structure and flow.

Professionals

Professionals

Listen to reports, proposals, and meeting notes during busy workdays. Stay productive when you cannot sit and read.

Proofreading

Proofreading

Hear your writing out loud to catch small mistakes. A fast way to improve clarity.

Accessibility

Accessibility

Reduce eye strain and make long documents easier to consume. Adjust the speed and listen at your own pace.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. You can read DOCX files aloud directly in your browser with Readio. Free usage comes with limits, but you can start listening right away. If you need higher limits or MP3 export, you can upgrade anytime.
Upload your DOCX (drag & drop works), choose a voice and adjust the speed, then press play to listen. Text highlighting helps you follow along, and you can pause, resume, or jump to any section anytime.
Yes. Readio works on modern mobile browsers, so you can listen to DOCX files on iPhone, iPad, Android phones, and tablets without downloading an app. For the best experience, use Chrome or Safari and keep the page open while audio plays.
Yes. MP3 download is available for paid users. Free users can listen to DOCX files online, and upgrading unlocks MP3 export for offline listening and reuse.
Readio supports most major languages and a wide range of natural-sounding voices. We also provide multilingual voices, which are useful if your document contains mixed languages.
We take privacy seriously. Your DOCX is processed to provide read-aloud playback and is not publicly shared. If you are working with sensitive documents, avoid uploading confidential personal data and check our Privacy Policy for details.

Ready to start?

Start listening in seconds.

Upload your DOCX and start reading aloud right away.