Is Text to Speech Google Docs Safe? — Extension Safety Profile
Quick verdict: Text to Speech Google Docs earns a safety grade B, 79.5 out of 100, based on 5 of 5 dimensions.
79.5/100
Grade B · 5 of 5 checks
What we found
Automated safety profile from public signals (the extension's manifest & permissions, store listing, publisher, privacy policy). A full review hasn't been published yet.
What this safety grade means
Text to Speech Google Docs earns a safety grade of B (79.5/100), measured across 5 of 5 dimensions. Its strongest area is Maintenance & Ownership (100%). The weakest is Community Reputation (57%) — what holds its grade back the most.
On the public records we can check, Text to Speech Google Docs looks broadly trustworthy. 40,000 active users/installs reported on the store. Store rating 3.3/5 from 58 user ratings. Last updated on the store 2026-08-20. This is an automated profile, not a hands-on review — so treat the grade as a starting point: open Text to Speech Google Docs's own store listing and privacy policy before installing, and weigh it against the other browser extensions we track below.
Safety Signals
Based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions
| Dimension | Score | Bar | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publisher & Identity | 60% · 4.8/8 pts 2 of 5 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Permissions & Access | 85% · 21.2/25 pts 3 of 3 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Data & Privacy | 85% · 13.6/16 pts 4 of 5 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Maintenance & Ownership | 100% · 7.5/7.5 pts 1 of 2 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Community Reputation | 57% · 5.8/10 pts 2 of 4 checks verified | Automated signals |
In-depth safety analysis
This extension requests permissions that are typical for a text-to-speech tool: "activeTab" and "scripting" allow it to read and process the content of the current page when activated, "tts" and "ttsEngine" enable speech output, and "storage" saves settings. The host access to translate.google.com suggests it may offer translation features. Overall, the permission scope is focused and expected for its function.
For any extension that can read page content, a careful user should be aware that it could technically access sensitive text displayed in the browser. The developer’s privacy declaration states the extension collects personally identifiable information, personal communications, location, and user activity. While such collection might support voice processing or translation, it is broader than many similar tools, so reviewing the privacy policy is advisable. General safety practices for browser extensions include checking that the publisher is trustworthy and that the requested data aligns with the tool’s purpose.
The fact sheet shows a strong Maintenance & Ownership score, reflecting a recent update and active development. The weakest dimension is Community Reputation, with a modest 3.3-star average from a limited number of ratings, which may indicate mixed user experiences. Combined with the declared data collection, this suggests users should weigh the utility against their comfort with the privacy trade-offs.
AI-assisted analysis of the documented signals above (permissions, store data, privacy practices) — explains what they mean and the risks typical for this category. Not a hands-on test.
What the store listing shows
Who's Behind Text to Speech Google Docs?
- Publisher Winston H
Public records identify the publisher, but no individual founders or a separate registered company are named — which is what holds the Publisher & Identity score back. Less public information about who operates an extension means less you can verify about their long-term accountability.
How it compares
Among the 838 browser extensions we track, Text to Speech Google Docs scores higher on safety than 61% of them.
Computed from our own database of assessed browser extensions — updated as we track more.
Evidence on File (12)
Text to Speech Google Docs FAQ
- Is Text to Speech Google Docs safe?
- Text to Speech Google Docs earns a safety grade of B (79.5/100) on our evidence-based assessment, based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions we could verify from public records. This is an automated profile built from public records, not a hands-on review.
- Who is behind Text to Speech Google Docs?
- Text to Speech Google Docs is operated by Winston H.
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