Open Teleprompter

What Open Teleprompter is

Open Teleprompter is a web-based teleprompter for presentations, video recording, and public speaking. It separates script control from the display, so a controller interface manages text while one or more synchronized screens show it. Users can type or paste a script, or upload .txt and .docx files. Reading speed can be set from 60 to 300 words per minute, with controls to start, pause, or reset playback. For timed segments, the app allows scheduled start times and segment lengths, with countdowns and real-time duration calculations. Display options include fullscreen, mirror mode for teleprompter hardware, and multiple-screen synchronization. The controller and displays communicate through a WebSocket server. The project can be run with Node.js or deployed as a Docker container, using port 8080 by default. Chrome or Chromium is recommended; Firefox, Safari, and Edge are also listed as compatible. It is a free Apache License 2.0 web app, and the project page links to an Eyevinn Open Source Cloud listing as an installation-free way to try it. The project also points users to community Slack and offers consulting for development, customization, integration, support agreements, and training. Its license states that the software is provided without warranties.

Who it suits

Open Teleprompter suits speakers, presenters, and video recorders who want script controls separate from the reading display. Its timing, mirror, and synchronized-screen options are useful for timed presentations or teleprompter hardware.

Getting started

1. Open the project website or its Eyevinn Open Source Cloud listing
2. Choose the cloud trial or deploy with Node.js or Docker
3. Use port 8080 by default when deploying
4. Open the app in Chrome or Chromium, or another listed compatible browser
5. Enter text or upload a .txt or .docx manuscript in the controller
6. Connect the controller to display screens and choose fullscreen or mirror mode

Verdict

Open Teleprompter offers script entry, adjustable pacing, timing tools, and display options in a free web app. Consider its deployment setup and no-warranty license when deciding whether it fits your presentation workflow.