Helperbird: Accessibility & Productivity App

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Description from extension meta

Improve your reading, writing & accessibility. Including Immersive Reader, Summarize, Dyslexia support and more.

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Helperbird: Accessibility & Productivity App
Description from store

Meet Helperbird, your all-in-one extension designed to help everyone with personalized support, making websites, apps, and PDFs more accessible and productive according to each individual’s abilities, learning style, and lifestyle.

Whether you need dyslexia-friendly tools, writing aids, reading assistance, or accessibility features, Helperbird has you covered!

🤟 Tell me about the features
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Helperbird provides reading, writing, and accessibility options, including:

🗣️ Voice Typing
🏷️ Dyslexia Support
🖌️ Overlays
📏 Dyslexia Rulers
🌐 Immersive Reader by Microsoft
📰 Reading Mode: Removes ads and distractions
🔍 Text Extraction (OCR)
✂️ Summarizing
🔄 Rewording
🗣️ Text to Speech
➕ Maths Reader
🚨 And 30 More.........

Designed to support different abilities and learning styles, making the web is accessible for everyone.

📖 Reading features
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🌐 Immersive Reader by Microsoft
🔎 Simplify Feature
📰 Reading Mode: Removes ads and distractions
🅰️ Specialized Fonts
🗣️ Text to Speech
🎚️ Dyslexia Ruler
🔦 Line Focus Ruler
🎯 Reading Ruler
⚙️ Auto Scrolling
🏷️ Dyslexia Fonts
✅ Dyslexic Features
🔡 Text Size Adjustment
📏 Letter Spacing Adjustment
🌐 Word Spacing Adjustment
📏 Line-Height Adjustment
🎛️ Text Alignment
✨ Web Highlighter Marker 💎
🌍 Translation
📏 Paragraph Width
📐 Paragraph Borders
📖 Picture Dictionary
🖍️ Overlays & Tints
✂️ Summarize Websites and PDFs 💎
📸 Screenshot Reader 💎
🚀 Speed Reading 💎
🖌️ Highlight/Selector Colors
🎨 Font Colors
🖼️ Background Colors
🔗 Link Colors
🔊 Volume Booster

✍️ Writing features
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📌 Sticky Notes on Websites and PDFs 💎
💭 Word Prediction 💎
🎙️ Voice Typing 💎
🗣️ Dictation / Speech to Text 💎
🌍 Translation
✅ Spell Check 💎
📊 Text Analysis 💎
✨ Web Highlighter Marker
📖 Dictionary by Helperbird 💎
📚 PDF Reader by Helperbird
📸 Screenshot Reader 💎
🔍 Extract Text (OCR) from Images & Videos 💎
🖨️ Print

♿ Accessibility features
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📏 Dyslexia Ruler
🔦 Line Focus Ruler
🎯 Reading Ruler
✏️ Paragraph Customizations
🅰️ Dyslexia Fonts (OpenDyslexic, Lexend Deca, +14 others)
🍃 Reduce Motion
⚙️ Auto Scrolling 💎
🌗 High Contrast Themes & Overlays
🎥 Video Playback Adjustments 💎
🌑 Grayscale Mode
🔗 Emphasize Links
🌈 Color Blindness Controls
🖍️ Overlays & Tints
🖱️ Increase/Decrease Cursor Size 💎
🖼️ Show Alt and Title Tags 💎
🚫 Hide Images and GIFs 💎
🔎 Saturation Control
⌨️ Shortcuts
🗣️ Phonics Reading 💎

🔥 Helperbird Apps
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🌐 Immersive Reader by Microsoft
📖 Dictionary by Helperbird 💎
📰 Reading Mode by Helperbird 💎
📝 Feature-filled Document Editor 💎
📚 Reading List by Helperbird 💎
📚 PDF Reader by Helperbird

🔥 App Support
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📝 Google Docs Add-on by Helperbird
🖼️ Google Slides Add-on by Helperbird
🏫 Google Classroom Support
📄 Microsoft Word Online Support
✍️ Grammarly Support
🔗 Sync Settings Across Browsers

Learn more about every feature: https://www.helperbird.com/features/

📦 Pricing
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🦉 Helperbird Free
Free, packed with essential accessibility tools.

💎 Helperbird Pro
Access all features for $30/year.

💎 Helperbird Pro Unlimited
Unlimited users plus premium support for $1,500/year.

See more at https://www.helperbird.com/pricing

🔒 Privacy & Compliance
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- Strict privacy policy: No user data selling or Collection.
- No third party scripts or tracking.
- Compliance with COPPA, FERPA, GDPR.

Learn more https://www.helperbird.com/privacy/

🆘 Support
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- Email: [email protected]
- Support: https://www.helperbird.com/support/

🎉 Bonus
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Making Helperbird your number one accessibility & dyslexia software.

🇮🇪 Proudly founded by a dyslexic software engineer in Ireland, fueled by coffee & love.

Latest reviews

Z C 2025-04-24

keep going man. sometimes a 5 star review can make the someones day, hope i made your day you legend. btw i love the writing tools! worth the buck.

m pe 2025-04-15

The text to speech is good but doesn't seem to work for Libby eBooks.I don't see why speach to text is a premium feature when you can get it for free from an open source app like Futo, that's privacy respecting.I couldn't adjust the speed to 50% it was either 40 or 60% which is odd (but I do appreciate slower speeds which are helpful for listening in other languages,slow brain processing etc...) I couldn't customize the list of features I want to easily access them when clicking the extension.Had to reload pages a couple of times when getting an error and eventually it did TTS.Initially the voice I selected didnt save,but selecting it again worked.Also,it works on Linux unlike other TTS that require Windows voices and so far no need to pay for extra voices.

Olivia Nguyen 2025-02-16

5* for the Dyslexia ruler!! Thanks

Ella Thompson 2025-02-16

I love the Immersive Reader & Extract Text Combo! Thank you team

Love Travel Money Blog 2025-01-19

Brilliant!!!

Aaron Flush 2024-11-21

A great working immersive reader extension! Great job

Valerie Denor 2024-10-24

AMAZING app. I am a researcher and writer with learning and information processing challenges. The Helperbird app is like 50 accessibility and productivity apps in one. It has absolutely transformed my research process and experience to make it so much easier. No switching between multiple extensions. I love having tools like text to speech, reading ruler, and immersive reader right alongside the highlighter, online sticky notes, OCR, IA, and even the ability to edit a live webpage and then export all of it. And the incredible personal customer service proves that they truly do this from a place of love and service to help others.

MaryTherese Sabatino 2024-09-26

This extension is a one-stop-shop for so many features that I have previously used in other extensions and built-in accessibility features. My son and I both rely heavily on accessible technology to do our best work and Helperbird has proven to be easy to learn/use and easily applied to a variety of materials. The owner/developer is super responsive and open to feedback - a major asset to any company that wants to truly support individuals with diverse learning and accessibility needs.

Jennifer Goodwin 2024-09-03

We are so excited about working with this company and helping support our students with this program! Their support is outstanding as well!

Alameen Olabanji 2024-08-19

Its been the best extension have had over the years as a developer, it has made my computer life super easy and efficient!!

J 2024-08-18

thank you so much- it's been so painful to use the computer using my hands- so thank you!

Ashley Malone 2024-06-18

This is a game changer for me. As someone with autism and ADHD this extension is life saver for me with school. Seriously this is amazing and the developer genuinely cares about his users and his ability to help them. If you have any kind of disabilities or trouble with reading at all download this extension like yesterday!

Ashley Malone 2024-06-18

This is a game changer for me. As someone with autism and ADHD this extension is life saver for me with school. Seriously this is amazing and the developer genuinely cares about his users and his ability to help them. If you have any kind of disabilities or trouble with reading at all download this extension like yesterday!

Brittany Wi 2024-03-29

This is a complete game changer! I was introduced to this amazing app by a classmate. I have since become a fan and it has made my life so much easier! The immersive reader is my fav because there is so much content review in grad school and this allows me to read assignments quicker! I now have the pro option which allows me to take advantage of other features with the app such as text to speech, dictionary, and even the summary option! It's all about working smarter and not harder! I highly recommend this app! There are soo many great features for different learning styles.

Aloysius G Oldphart 2024-03-02

Blind old guy needed a Lot of help, and got it! Robert was Very patient and helpful!

Olivia Salzwedel 2024-02-20

Helperbird has proven to be an invaluable educational tool for our high school students with learning differences who primarily learn from online platforms. The ruler, overlays, immersive reading, summarizing and simplify wording features are some favourite features to name a few. The cherry on top of such an amazing app is the support and service readily available from the team, including directly from the developer himself! This is the most comprehensive, efficient and user-friendly app I have found to make the digital world accessible to all for both personal and educational use. I cannot recommend this app enough.

MARIO GARCIA RODRIGUEZ 2024-02-13

Simplemente increíble. Nunca he tenido una extensión con tantísimas opciones juntas. Como profesor, siempre la recomiendo a las familias de estudiantes con dificultades para mantener la atención, a la hora de leer, y otras necesidades específicas, aunque pienso que puede ser de uso para cualquiera. Un 10!

Hans Rúnar Snorrason 2024-02-05

Helperbird is an exceptional app designed to support individuals who struggle with reading and much more. Our school uses this add-on to help students with their reading requirements. The Immersive Reader and PDF Reader features are nearly flawless. It can even read Icelandic!

Heather Zuniga 2024-01-26

The immersive reader and PDF reader are great! Helperbird has helped me a lot with my school work.

Zoran M 2024-01-03

It uses disgusting archaic voices to read text aloud.

AyDiN VM 2023-12-15

i think it is very good

Magica Muse 2023-12-08

I recently discovered Helperbird on Twitter, and I must say, I love it after trying the free features. A must have for everyone! The logo is cute.

Chloe Crook 2023-12-08

thank you helperbird. love the immersive reader

Hod Rl 2023-11-12

They only monetize GPT, not recommended

Christian Harris 2023-11-06

A great application for both accessibility and productivity. Anyone could benefit from something contained within this suite of tools.

Christian Harris 2023-11-06

A great application for both accessibility and productivity. Anyone could benefit from something contained within this suite of tools.

David Bowers 2023-09-11

This extension is the reason I could become a developer, Reading docs was a laborious task and near impossible especially if I grew tired and my dyslexia would get worse. With this app I found tool I never knew could help me and I am continously discovering more, there is a text reader, rules to follow the text on screen as I read, Tons on dyslexia friendly fonts and I have complete control over the styling and colors on the page without having to continously go through dev tools to find the relevant style to change to affect the DOM. This app is the bees knees of accessability and if you have any form of neuro divergence affecting your ability to read text on a screen this app is a definate must!!!

David Bowers 2023-09-11

This extension is the reason I could become a developer, Reading docs was a laborious task and near impossible especially if I grew tired and my dyslexia would get worse. With this app I found tool I never knew could help me and I am continously discovering more, there is a text reader, rules to follow the text on screen as I read, Tons on dyslexia friendly fonts and I have complete control over the styling and colors on the page without having to continously go through dev tools to find the relevant style to change to affect the DOM. This app is the bees knees of accessability and if you have any form of neuro divergence affecting your ability to read text on a screen this app is a definate must!!!

Charlie Nishelle Calkins 2023-09-11

After using Helperbird I can't say enough positive things about it. This extension has truly transformed my online reading experience. Whether it's adjusting font sizes, reducing eye strain with the gray filter, or using the dyslexia-friendly fonts, Helperbird offers a range of features that cater to individual preferences and needs. The customizable color options and text alignment have also been incredibly helpful for personalizing my browsing. And the speed reading feature? It's a game-changer! Overall, Helperbird is a versatile, user-friendly tool that enhances accessibility and makes online reading a breeze. Highly recommended!

Charlie Nishelle Calkins 2023-09-11

After using Helperbird I can't say enough positive things about it. This extension has truly transformed my online reading experience. Whether it's adjusting font sizes, reducing eye strain with the gray filter, or using the dyslexia-friendly fonts, Helperbird offers a range of features that cater to individual preferences and needs. The customizable color options and text alignment have also been incredibly helpful for personalizing my browsing. And the speed reading feature? It's a game-changer! Overall, Helperbird is a versatile, user-friendly tool that enhances accessibility and makes online reading a breeze. Highly recommended!

Liam Daly 2023-07-22

I really loved Helperbird and it helped me thoroughly through out my time in college! Would definitely recommend!!

Liam Daly 2023-07-22

I really loved Helperbird and it helped me thoroughly through out my time in college! Would definitely recommend!!

Chanel McKenzie 2023-07-22

two words; HATED IT.

Chanel McKenzie 2023-07-22

two words; HATED IT.

Niamh Morrin 2023-07-07

Fantastic App. Very user friendly and has all the top accessibility tools available in one central location.

Niamh Morrin 2023-07-07

Fantastic App. Very user friendly and has all the top accessibility tools available in one central location.

Veta Voloshanca 2023-06-25

Please add fonts that look like OpenDyslexic but support Cyrillic alphabet!! Also, the possibility to remove a pre-set action I don't need from the quick actions menu would be nice. Overall, the pop-up of this extention itself looks more cluttered and distracting than a lot of websites.

Veta Voloshanca 2023-06-25

Please add fonts that look like OpenDyslexic but support Cyrillic alphabet!! Also, the possibility to remove a pre-set action I don't need from the quick actions menu would be nice. Overall, the pop-up of this extention itself looks more cluttered and distracting than a lot of websites.

Samantha Broughton 2023-06-15

Wow! I am loving this so much! While I am able to use my computer without accommodations, the items available to use are so helpful! I love the line spacing when I have to read something out loud for a video recording or to assist a student. Robert is super responsive and open to suggestions. Fantastic extension!

Samantha Broughton 2023-06-15

Wow! I am loving this so much! While I am able to use my computer without accommodations, the items available to use are so helpful! I love the line spacing when I have to read something out loud for a video recording or to assist a student. Robert is super responsive and open to suggestions. Fantastic extension!

Theresa Argent 2023-05-27

Excellent will recommend

Theresa Argent 2023-05-27

Excellent will recommend

Jordan Podlucky 2023-05-26

Excellent service and software. Support was super helpful.

Jordan Podlucky 2023-05-26

Excellent service and software. Support was super helpful.

Thor Halvorsen 2023-03-21

As a person who has low vision, contrast loss, double vision, this app is an amazing app that allows me to enjoy reading, and allows me to function within my work, with improved contrast support, better control over font selection, sentence spacing and even word spacing, etc. I highly recommend this app!

Thor Halvorsen 2023-03-21

As a person who has low vision, contrast loss, double vision, this app is an amazing app that allows me to enjoy reading, and allows me to function within my work, with improved contrast support, better control over font selection, sentence spacing and even word spacing, etc. I highly recommend this app!

CourtneyMakesVideo (Courtney Hood) 2023-03-01

So many useful features! This app is as helpful as it's name.

Think ER 2022-11-17

If everything is only in pro version then you don't you mention it in overview. It can't even read more than 2300 words.

Think ER 2022-11-17

If everything is only in pro version then you don't you mention it in overview. It can't even read more than 2300 words.

Christian M 2022-11-03

Too much Pro mode and too expensive

Statistics

Installs
500,000
Market
Chrome Web Store
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Rating
4.55 (166 votes)
Last update
2025-10-06
Version 2025.10.10
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