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Never get caught by Medium's paywalls! Readium instantly alerts you if an article is member-only, saving you time & frustration.
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Hate Medium paywalls ruining your reading vibe?
I did too, so I built Readium, a Chrome extension that instantly flags premium articles before you click
Saves time, spares frustration, and yeah… it’s completely free.
About Readium:
📰 Readium – Instantly Detect Medium Premium Articles
Tired of clicking on Medium articles only to discover halfway through that they’re locked behind a paywall?
Readium saves your time and frustration by letting you know before you start reading.
🔍 What is Readium?
Readium is a lightweight, smart browser extension that automatically detects whether a Medium article is a Member-only (premium) story or freely accessible. It provides real-time visual cues to prevent you from wasting time on articles you can’t finish without a subscription.
Whether you're a casual reader or someone who heavily relies on Medium for learning and inspiration, Readium ensures your reading journey stays smooth and uninterrupted.
🚀 Key Features
⚡ Fast Detection
Readium instantly analyzes the Medium page you’re visiting and identifies if the content is behind a paywall. No loading delays or unnecessary background operations—just immediate feedback.
🔔 Visual Alerts
When you open a premium Medium article, Readium displays a clear, non-intrusive banner at the top of the page, warning you that it’s a Member-only story. No more surprise interruptions halfway through!
🏷️ Badge Indicator
The extension’s toolbar icon displays a dynamic “PRE” badge whenever you’re viewing premium content. A quick glance tells you everything you need to know.
🌐 Google Search Integration
Readium intelligently augments your Google search results by labeling known Medium premium articles before you even click. Save time by choosing accessible links directly from search.
📊 Article Statistics
Track how many premium articles you've encountered with Readium's built-in statistics panel. Understand your reading habits and optimize your browsing over time.
🧼 Clean and Simple UI
Readium was built with clarity and ease-of-use in mind. The interface is minimalist, intuitive, and stays out of your way unless you need it.
💡 Why Install Readium?
• Save Time: No more clicking into articles only to be met with paywalls halfway in.
• Improve Productivity: Focus on content you can actually finish reading.
• Stay Informed: Choose what you read based on accessibility, directly from search.
• Streamlined Browsing: With seamless Google integration and real-time alerts, Readium enhances your online reading experience without the bloat.
🛠️ How it Works
Once installed, Readium automatically activates on Medium.com and Google Search. There’s no configuration required—just install and browse as usual. It quietly works in the background and only shows up when necessary.
🧠 Who is it for?
• Students & Researchers – avoid hitting paywalls while collecting study material.
• Writers & Bloggers – stay aware of what content is gated to tailor your references.
• Curious Readers – explore new topics without the hassle of partial reads.
• Anyone using Medium regularly!
🔐 Privacy First
Readium does not collect or store any personal data. It runs entirely in your browser and respects your privacy at all times.
✅ Try Readium Today
Join hundreds of users who’ve reclaimed their time and sanity while browsing Medium.
Click Add to Chrome and make your reading experience smarter and frustration-free.
Latest reviews
- (2025-08-05) Soumya Kumbar: Thank you for taking time and creating this! But I found one little bug, the extension does not work when I try to open medium articles from the Home page of Medium.
- (2025-05-15) Absolute: Readium saved my clicks 😅 It just tells me upfront. Brilliant.
- (2025-05-14) Vivid: Almost perfect! Love the concept. Would be cool to see support for more blog platforms too. But for Medium, this is a lifesaver.
- (2025-05-14) Shrinivas: No more paywall surprises 🙌 Love how simple and effective this is. It just works. Super helpful for research and daily reading!