Teleprompter is a free, local-first teleprompter app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac that overlays your script on the camera view so you can record videos without memorizing every line.
What is Teleprompter?
Teleprompter (Teleprompter-Scrolling Scripts) is a lightweight teleprompter app for iOS and macOS that reads script text you paste or type, scrolling it on screen while you record video. It runs offline on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, keeping scripts private on-device. The app was built by Wendy Zhang and is available as a free download from the App Store.
Key Features
- Prompter and Camera modes — Use pure text scrolling with no camera, or record with the built-in camera overlay showing your script on the live view.
- Record video while reading — Camera mode overlays the teleprompter text on the iOS or Mac camera feed, supporting both front and back cameras.
- Adjustable scrolling speed — Slow down for emphasis or speed up when you know the beat, controlled during playback.
- Fully customizable reading layout — Adjust text size, text color, line spacing, text area size, and text area position to match your camera angle and lighting.
- Voice commands in Prompter mode — Say "next," "previous," or "pause" to move three lines or stop scrolling hands-free.
- Works offline — All scripts are stored locally; no internet connection required for creation, rehearsal, or recording.
- Cross-device consistency — The same app works across iPhone, iPad, and Mac with a consistent reading experience.
Who is it for?
- Content creators filming TikTok, Reels, or YouTube videos — Use iPhone for vertical clips with script overlay to maintain eye contact with the lens.
- Online course instructors and educators — Use iPad for long scripts and lessons, with a large readable canvas and adjustable scroll speed.
- Executives and communication coaches — Use Mac for desktop recording, Zoom calls, or livestream notes, practicing at the exact scroll speed that matches delivery.
What can you do with Teleprompter?
- Record short-form video without memorization — Paste your TikTok or Reels script, enable Camera mode, and keep 2–3 lines close to the lens while recording.
- Deliver prepared remarks in interviews or webinars — Use Prompter mode on a secondary device (iPad or Mac) as a live script reader while you speak into the main camera.
- Practice and rehearse presentations — Adjust text position and scroll speed to match your natural pacing, then use voice commands to pause and resume hands-free.
- Record product demos or UGC content — Switch to back camera for a demo while the script continues scrolling on screen.
Pricing
Teleprompter is free to download from the App Store. An online version is also available at no cost. No premium tiers or subscription plans are mentioned.
FAQ
Is Teleprompter free?
Yes, the Teleprompter app is free to download and use. Both the native app and the online version at teleprompter.works/online are free.
Can I record video while reading the script?
Yes. Camera mode uses the built-in iOS or Mac camera and overlays the teleprompter text on the live recording view. Both front and back cameras are supported.
Does the app work offline?
Yes. Teleprompter is local-first: you can create scripts, rehearse, and prompt without an internet connection. All scripts remain on your device.
Which devices are supported?
The app runs on iPhone, iPad, and Mac (macOS with Apple Silicon or Intel). Download it from the App Store.
