How to use ElevenReader on iPhone

ElevenReader is a text-to-speech app that lets you listen to books, articles, documents, and other written content using AI voices.

You can download ElevenReader on your iPhone, import your own content, or explore the reading materials available in the app.

How do I download ElevenReader on iPhone?

1. Open the App Store on your iPhone.
2. Search for ElevenReader.
3. Select the ElevenReader app from ElevenLabs.
4. Tap Get to download and install the app.
5. Open ElevenReader and follow the on-screen instructions.

ElevenReader requires iOS 17.0 or later. If you cannot install the app, check that your iPhone is running a compatible version of iOS.

How do I add content to ElevenReader?

1. Open ElevenReader on your iPhone.
2. Tap +.
3. Choose how you want to add content:
   • Write text. Type or paste text directly into ElevenReader.
   • Scan text. Use your iPhone’s camera to capture printed text.
   • Paste a link. Import content from a supported webpage.
   • Upload a file. Select a document saved on your iPhone or in an accessible cloud storage location.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to add the content.
5. Open the imported content to start listening.

ElevenReader supports PDF, EPUB, DOCX, TXT, and HTML files.

For more information, see How do I add content to ElevenReader?.

How do I choose a voice in ElevenReader?

1. Open the content you want to listen to.
2. Open the voice options in the player.
3. Browse the available voices.
4. Select the voice you want to use.
5. Press play.

You can try different voices to find one that suits your listening preferences.

How do I change the playback speed?

1. Open a document, article, or book in ElevenReader.
2. Open the playback controls.
3. Find the playback speed setting.
4. Select your preferred listening speed.
5. Continue listening at the selected speed.

You can change the playback speed again whenever you want.

How do I listen to websites on iPhone?

Open a webpage lets you browse supported websites and listen to their content directly.

1. Open ElevenReader on your iPhone.
2. Tap + and select Open a webpage.
3. Go to the website you want to listen to.
4. Sign in if the website requires an account.
5. Open the article, document, or other supported content.
6. Press play.

ElevenReader supports several online sources, including Google Docs, Substack, Wikipedia, and supported Kindle ebooks.

Content opened with Open a webpage is not saved to your ElevenReader library.

For more information, see How does “Open a webpage” work?.

Can I listen to content offline on iPhone?

Yes. Eligible paid subscribers can download supported content for offline listening.

Once the audio has been prepared, you can listen without an active Wi-Fi or mobile data connection.

Offline downloads usually take around 2-5 minutes to prepare, although larger documents may take longer. Downloads remain available for 60 days and can be renewed before they expire.

For more information, see How do offline downloads work?.

What if ElevenReader isn’t working on my iPhone?

1. Check your iOS version. ElevenReader requires iOS 17.0 or later.
2. Check your internet connection. Make sure your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data when you import content.
3. Restart the app. Close ElevenReader and open it again.
4. Check for updates. Open the App Store and install any available ElevenReader updates.
5. Try different content. If one document is not working, open another file or article to see whether the issue is specific to that content.

If the problem continues, contact Support. Include a description of the issue, your iPhone model, and your iOS version.