Broadcast Mode FAQ

Can viewers listen to the translation instead of reading it?

Yes. Every viewer can tap Speech mode at the bottom of the room page, and Whisperr reads each translation aloud as soon as it's finalized. A Speaking speed slider appears at the top of the page once it's on, so each viewer can set their own pace. It's a per-viewer choice — some of the audience can listen while the rest just read.

Why is Speech mode off when I open the room?

Browsers only allow a page to play audio after the person interacts with it, so Speech mode has to start off — the tap that turns it on doubles as that interaction. The audio plays through the viewer's own device, so headphones are worth it in a quiet room.

Can viewers choose their own translation language?

Not yet. The translation language is fixed by the speaker when they create the room. All viewers see the translation in the same language. Per-viewer language selection is on the roadmap.

What languages does the speaker need to select?

Two languages: a source language (what the speaker will be speaking) and a target language (what viewers will read). For example, if the speaker is presenting in English to a Japanese audience, the speaker selects English as the source and Japanese as the target.

Can I run multiple rooms in different language pairs at the same time?

You'd need to create a separate room for each language pair and share each link with the corresponding audience. For example, one room for English → Japanese, another for English → Spanish.

Do viewers need an account or to install anything?

No. Viewers just open the link in any browser. No account, no app, no sign-up.

How many viewers can join a room?

Broadcast Mode supports 1-to-n broadcasting. There's no hard limit on viewers for typical use cases.

Does the speaker need to keep the app open?

Yes. The speaker needs to keep the Whisperr app open and recording for the room to stay active. Closing the app or stopping the recording ends the session for all viewers.