Free Online Teleprompter: How to Use One in Your Browser

Sometimes you just need a teleprompter right now—no app to install, no account to create. A web-based teleprompter runs in your browser and works on any device with a screen. Here's how to use one effectively.

When a Web Teleprompter Is the Right Choice

• Quick rehearsal. You want to practice a script before recording on a separate camera or device.
• Zoom and video calls. Put the teleprompter on a second monitor (or in a side window) and read while looking at your webcam.
• Desktop presentations. You're presenting from a laptop and need notes that scroll at a set pace.
• Trying before committing. You want to see if a teleprompter workflow works for you before downloading an app.

How to Use GoTeleprompter's Web Teleprompter

The GoTeleprompter web tool is free, requires no signup, and works in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge.

Step 1: Paste Your Script

Open the teleprompter tool and paste your text into the editor. You can type directly or paste from Google Docs, Notes, or any text editor. The tool handles formatting automatically.

Step 2: Set Your Speed

Adjust the WPM (words per minute) slider. Start at 140 WPM for a relaxed pace. Not sure what speed fits you? Paste your script into the read-time estimator to see how long it'll take at different speeds.

Step 3: Adjust the Display

Tune these settings for comfortable reading:

• Font size — 24–32 pt for a laptop, larger for a monitor across the room
• Line spacing — 1.5–2x keeps lines from blurring together
• Margins — wider margins narrow the reading column, which is easier to track at speed

Step 4: Go Fullscreen and Read

Hit the fullscreen button, then tap the play button or press Space to start scrolling. Tap again to pause. You can also scroll manually with your mouse wheel or by dragging.

Tips for Using a Web Teleprompter on Zoom

Using a teleprompter during video calls is one of the best productivity hacks for remote workers. Here's the setup:

1. Open the web teleprompter in a browser window.
2. Position the browser window directly behind (or next to) your webcam. On a multi-monitor setup, put the teleprompter on the screen with your camera.
3. Use a larger font size (30+ pt) so you can read without squinting or leaning forward.
4. Set a slower speed (120–130 WPM) since presentations and meetings benefit from a more deliberate pace.
5. Start the scroll just before you begin speaking. Pause it when others are talking or during Q&A.

For more Zoom-specific tips, see our guide on using a teleprompter on Zoom.

Web Teleprompter vs. App: When to Upgrade

A web teleprompter is perfect for rehearsal and presentations, but it has limitations compared to a dedicated app:

The sweet spot for many creators: rehearse on the web, record on the app. Use the browser tool to practice and fine-tune your script, then switch to GoTeleprompter on your iPhone or iPad when it's time to film.