=== Selection Speech TTS ===
Contributors: computingforall  , freemius
Tags: speech synthesis, text to speech, accessibility, tts, audio  
Requires at least: 6.8
Tested up to: 6.8
Stable tag: 3.0
License: GPLv2 or later  
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html  

Highlight text and hear it spoken aloud with a floating mini-player. A simple, accessible way to add audio to your site.

== Description ==

**Selection Speech TTS** improves website accessibility and engagement by enabling users to select any visible text and have it read aloud using the browser’s built-in speech synthesis (Web Speech API). No need for costly APIs from AWS, OpenAI, Azure, or Google.

Designed with a clean interface and minimal overhead, this plugin adds a draggable mini-player to your site, offering users instant audio playback with real-time word highlighting.

**Features:**
- One-click speech playback for selected text
- Draggable mini-player with intuitive controls
- Uses browser-native voice (no external APIs required)
- Admin dashboard with usage tracking
- Unlimited plays
- Lightweight and fast


Ideal for:
- Enhancing accessibility for visually impaired users
- Supporting auditory learners
- Adding interactivity to blogs, educational, or informational websites

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin ZIP via **Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin** in your WordPress dashboard.
2. Activate the plugin.
3. Visit your site, select any text, and click the play button to hear it aloud.


== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does it work in all browsers? =  
Most modern browsers (Chrome, Edge, Safari) support the Web Speech API, which this plugin uses. Voice support may vary slightly between platforms and devices.

= Can I change the voice or language? =  
The plugin currently uses the browser's default voice. Custom voice and language settings are planned for a future release.