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Free Script Timer Online
Calculate how long your script will take to read aloud at different speaking speeds. See if your copy fits 15s, 30s, or 60s ad spots — essential for voiceover artists and video producers.
No sign-up required for this free tool. All processing happens in your browser.
Features
Everything you need in a free script timer — no compromises.
Multi-Speed Estimation
See duration at slow (120 WPM), medium (150 WPM), and fast (170 WPM) speaking rates simultaneously.
Ad Spot Fitting
Visual indicators show if your script fits 15s, 30s, 60s, or 90s ad spots at each speed.
SSML-Aware Timing
Accounts for SSML pauses and breaks in your script for more accurate timing estimates.
Per-Section Breakdown
Split your script into sections and see timing for each part. Balance your script across segments.
Target Duration Mode
Set a target duration and see how many words you need to add or remove to hit it.
Export Timing Sheet
Download a timing breakdown as a text file for production reference.
How to use Script Timer
Get started in seconds — no installation, no sign-up.
Paste your script
Enter your voiceover script or ad copy in the text area.
Review timing estimates
See how long your script takes at slow, medium, and fast speaking speeds.
Check ad spot fit
Visual indicators show which standard ad durations your script fits.
Adjust as needed
Add or remove words to hit your target duration. The timer updates in real time.
Use cases for Script Timer
About Script Timer
In voiceover production, timing is everything. A script that's too long for a 30-second ad spot means expensive re-writes and re-recordings. A presentation script that runs over time means cutting content on the fly. Our free Script Timer eliminates these problems by showing you exactly how long your script will take to read at different speeds.
Why use our free script timer?
Unlike simple word-count-to-time calculators, our Script Timer shows multiple speaking speeds simultaneously, checks against standard ad spot durations, and even accounts for SSML pauses. It's built specifically for voiceover professionals, video producers, and content creators who need precise timing.
Pro tips
- 1For 30-second ads, write 70–75 words at conversational pace. Leave 2–3 seconds for music intro/outro.
- 2Always time your script at the slow speed (120 WPM) to ensure it fits even with dramatic delivery.
- 3Break long scripts into 2-minute sections — this matches the average attention span for educational content.
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