Article Read Time & Progress Bar

Long articles can leave readers guessing. They do not know how much time a post will take or how far along they are. Article Read Time & Progress Bar answers both questions. It shows an estimated reading time at the start and a progress bar that moves as the visitor scrolls down the page.

The plugin is meant to fit into an existing design without a complicated setup. You can adjust the color, size, position and style of the read time and the bar to match your branding. It works with blog posts, news articles, tutorials and other text content, and it is built to behave well on desktop, tablet and smartphone screens.

Features

• Estimated reading time: Shows readers how long an article will take to finish, so they know what to expect before they start reading.
• Scroll progress bar: A bar tracks the reader's position as they scroll, giving a clear visual sign of how much of the article remains.
• Customizable design: Change the colors, size, position and style of both the read time and the progress bar so they match your site's branding.
• Responsive on all devices: Built to work smoothly on desktop, tablet and smartphone screens, so readers get a consistent experience wherever they browse.
• Lightweight performance: Designed to have minimal impact on page loading times, adding reading cues without weighing the site down.
• Works with many content types: Suits blog posts, news articles, tutorials and other text content where a read time and progress indicator are useful.
• Simple setup: Configuration needs minimal technical knowledge, and the plugin is meant to adapt to your site's existing design.
• Translation ready: Can be adapted to other languages, which helps when your articles are read by an international audience.

Best for

• Bloggers who publish long-form posts
• Digital publishers and news sites
• Sites with tutorials and written guides