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The best teleprompter for Riverside

Record flawless podcasts and interviews on Riverside.fm. The floating script follows your voice and stays completely invisible on screen captures and feeds.

Download on the Mac App Store

Trusted by 10,000+ creators worldwide

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Who is this for?

Podcast hosts recording scripted intros, ad reads, and episode transitions on Riverside

Journalists and interviewers conducting structured video interviews with key questions always in view

Brands and thought leaders recording high-quality testimonials and video content on Riverside

Solo creators narrating documentary-style or talk-show format episodes on Riverside

Podcast guests keeping their talking points visible without distracting from the conversation

Multilingual creators hosting or guesting on Riverside podcasts in a second language

VoicePrompter's features in action

The app has many more thoughtful features - and if something is still missing, request it here.

Invisible to others

Hidden from Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, and recording apps. Only you see the script.

Voice scrolling

Scrolls automatically as you speak, pausing when you pause. No manual controls or clickers needed.

Always on top

Floats above all other windows (including full-screen apps) so your script is always available at a glance.

Transparent window

Adjust the opacity of the prompter window so you can read your script without blocking your view.

Supports 60+ languages

Works flawlessly in English, Spanish, French, German, and dozens of other languages out of the box.

Save & manage scripts

Quickly save multiple scripts, organize them, and switch between your presentations with ease.

Presenter notes

Add cues or notes in square brackets [like this]. They are styled differently and automatically skipped by voice scrolling.

Follows your cursor

Snaps the prompter window directly to your mouse cursor so the script is always exactly where you are looking.

Menu bar quick access

Access, open, or customize your prompter settings directly from your macOS menu bar.

Fully customizable

Fine-tune your presentation with adjustable font sizes, window opacity, margins, line spacing, and scrolling speeds.

Audio source selection

Choose your preferred microphone input source and monitor voice levels directly within the app.

Dark & light modes

Seamlessly switch between dark and light themes to optimize script readability in any environment.

What users are saying

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need a fix
★★★★★

VoicePrompter is all you need!

"VoicePrompter is currently the ONLY teleprompting tool that gives more than enough flexibility to use it where you need it the most. No worries about script page activation speed, line spacing, or overall script size. The app works with almost any conferencing (ex: Zoom, Google Meet, and others!) and writing app. The developer is very responsive to feature requests. There is no excuse not to use this app as your teleprompter because it just works without complications."

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sunblinksgallery
★★★★★

Exactly what I needed!

"The app is simple to use from the get go and it works flawlessly! I belong to a poetry club and we do recitations over FaceTime. I memorize the poems and use the prompter as a crutch in case I get performance anxiety and forget the next line. I have used it once and I already know it is going to boost my confidence and make me a better reciter!"

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justlr.
★★★★★

Super helpful on calls

"This app really helps me on my sales calls. Instead of having my talking points on a sticky note, I now have them on my screen and they stay visible only to me even when I share my screen. It would be great if there were an option to skip a sentence or a full paragraph to make it even more flexible for my calls/demos. Great stuff, I’m here for the long run!"

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Savioshe
★★★★★

Easy and efficient

"So many other teleprompters are complicated to work with on Zoom. This was smooth, easy to work with and when I needed support I got it quickly"

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Junk .
★★★★★

Great app

"The app works great. I was surprised that it recognizes my English so well. I am not a native English speaker and do have an accent, but it stills keeps up. Good job really. I record a lot of product demos and it already saved me time :)"

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Gio.Bru
★★★★★

The best teleprompter with voice recognition

"I have used several teleprompters with voice recognition, but this is certainly the most robust, reliable, versatile, and customizable one I have ever tried. It is a native macOS app, so voice recognition is accurate and continuous even in Italian. It is customizable: it has various formatting settings, the option to make the text box invisible in screen recordings, and quick commands can be set from the menu bar. Recommended for anyone who works with fixed scripts and wants a teleprompter that follows them word for word."

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Il miglior teleprompter con riconoscimento vocale

"Ho utilizzato diversi telepromter con riconoscimento vocale, ma questo è certamente il più robusto, affidabile, versatile e personalizzabile che abbia mai provato. È un’app nativa per Mac OS, quindi il riconoscimento vocale è preciso e continuo anche in lingua italiana. È personalizzabile: ha varie impostazioni di formattazione, la possibilità di rendere il box testuale invisibile nella registrazione dello schermo, si possono impostare comandi veloci dalla barra dei menu. Consigliato a chi lavora con testi fissi e vuole un teleprompter che lo segua parola per parola."

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James Thomas
★★★★★

"The tool you created is gold-plated all the way. I just used the app for a broadcast and it worked well. I am willing to help you get the word out to everyone who needed it yesterday!"

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Philipp Berezin
★★★★★

"The way everything functions feels clean and simple to use. And so far there isn't a proper alternative that delivers this kind of smooth experience. I'm about to start my own podcast... thank you for building something that actually solves a REAL problem."

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App User
★★★★★

"Very Very Very nice app. So much better than all the others I've used and subscribed to. VoicePrompter is AMAZING! I've been looking for a solution just like this for YEARS! Wow."

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jzdb_
★★★★★

"I've been using the app since version 1, and it was already really good, but the 2.0 upgrade made it even better. I use it mostly for interviews and video calls, and it reduces my stress by quite a lot!"

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@ThisIsE
★★★★★

"I just gave the app a little run and I think it's amazing."

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@hellofayfay
★★★★★

"Absolutely fantastic!"

Simple pricing

Free

$0
  • 3 custom scripts
  • Voice scrolling
  • Invisible on screen share

Lifetime

$99.99 one-time
  • Unlimited scripts
  • Voice scrolling
  • Invisible on screen share

No account required. Runs entirely on your Mac. Your text never leaves your device.

Frequently asked questions

How does voice scrolling work?
VoicePrompter uses Apple's native speech recognition to listen to what you say and match it in real time against your script. Everything happens entirely on your device - no audio is ever sent to any server, ensuring 100% privacy and security.
Will the teleprompter window be captured by Riverside?
No. Riverside captures the feed from your browser or screen, but macOS window exclusion ensures that the VoicePrompter window is completely invisible to all capture software, keeping your script private.
Which apps does it work with?
VoicePrompter works simultaneously with Riverside and any other app on your Mac - conferencing apps, screen recorders, presentation tools, streaming software, anything. It runs at the system level and doesn't require any plugins or modifications.
Where do I store my scripts?
Wherever you already work - Google Docs, Apple Notes, Notion, Obsidian, or any other app. When you're ready, copy the text and click Load from Clipboard in the menu bar. The window opens instantly with your script loaded.
Are my scripts saved?
VoicePrompter automatically saves up to 100 recent scripts locally on your device so you can reload them with one click. Nothing is uploaded or synced anywhere.
Can I add stage directions or notes I don't want to read out loud?
Yes - put anything in square brackets and VoicePrompter will display it but skip it during voice scrolling. Useful for cues like [pause], [smile], or [check slide].
What if my script includes words in a different language?
Put those words in square brackets and the speech recognition algorithm will skip over them, so you can keep speaking in your primary language without the sync breaking.
Can I jump to a specific part of my script?
Yes - tap any word on screen and VoicePrompter starts listening from exactly that point. Useful if you skip a section, restart a segment, or want to jump ahead.
Will loud environments affect voice scrolling?
Background noise can interfere with speech recognition in extreme cases, but VoicePrompter handles noisy environments well and has been tested reliably in louder settings. Normal office noise, keyboard sounds, or other participants speaking on your call won't cause issues.
Does it work across multiple screens?
Yes - you can place the VoicePrompter window on any display. If you use an external monitor as a separate display, the window is visible only on whichever screen you place it on. If you mirror your screens, the window will appear on both - so for calls where you share your screen, use extend mode rather than mirror mode.
Is my data private?
VoicePrompter does not collect, process, or transmit your scripts or any other personal data. Everything runs on your device. This is verified by Apple - the app passed Apple's review process for security and data privacy before being approved on the Mac App Store.
Which Mac models are supported?
VoicePrompter works on every Mac running macOS 15 or later, including both Intel and Apple Silicon models.
Is the app free?
VoicePrompter is free to use with up to 3 custom scripts, each with unlimited words and unlimited sessions. A demo script is also available for free with no limits. If you need more than 3 scripts, you can upgrade to Pro monthly, yearly, or with a one-time lifetime purchase.
How do I read a script naturally during a video call?
To read naturally on a video call: 1. Position your teleprompter script as close as possible to your webcam (VoicePrompter lets you float the window directly next to your camera). 2. Use voice-activated scrolling so you don't need manual clickers or keyboards. 3. Adjust the window transparency and font size so you can read comfortably without losing eye contact with participants.
Will VoicePrompter cause any audio echo or sync issues on Riverside?
No. VoicePrompter's voice-activated scrolling relies on Apple's native speech recognition APIs which process audio locally. It does not output any audio feed or interfere with Riverside's high-quality audio recordings.
Is my script content private on Riverside podcast recordings?
Yes. Since Riverside recording happens via browser window or screen capture, macOS native window exclusion prevents the prompter from showing up on the Riverside feed. Your script, talking points, and cues remain 100% private to you.
How to use a teleprompter with Riverside podcast recordings?
To use VoicePrompter on Riverside: 1. Start VoicePrompter. 2. Load your podcast notes. 3. Place the transparent window next to your webcam. 4. Record your feed on Riverside. The prompter window is excluded from Riverside's capture. 5. Talk naturally as it follows your voice.