How to Use ElevenLabs

Getting started with ElevenLabs

With ElevenLabs, you can create high-quality text-to-speech audio, clone voices, and even add multilingual dubbing to your projects. This guide will help you get set up and start using these features in just a few minutes.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Go to elevenlabs.io.
2. Click on the "Get Started" button in the top right corner.
3. Choose the free plan to create your account. Enter your email address and password, then click "Sign Up."
4. Verify your email by clicking the link sent to your inbox.
5. Log in to your account.

Step 2: Your first text-to-speech

1. Once logged in, navigate to the "Text-to-Speech" option in the left sidebar.
2. In the text box, enter the text you want to convert to speech.
3. Select a voice from the dropdown menu. You can listen to samples by clicking the play button next to each voice.
4. Adjust the settings for pitch and speed if desired.
5. Click the "Generate" button to create your audio file.
6. Once generated, click "Download" to save the audio file to your device.

Step 3: Get better results

1. Experiment with different voices and languages by selecting from the dropdown menus to find the best fit for your project.
2. For more natural-sounding speech, try using punctuation and line breaks in your text to indicate pauses.
3. If you're cloning a voice, navigate to the "Voice Cloning" section and follow the prompts to upload audio samples for training.

Pro tip

If you plan to use the tool frequently, consider subscribing to the Starter plan at $5/month. This gives you additional character limits and features that can save you time on larger projects.

Common mistake to avoid

Many users forget to verify their email address after signing up, which can prevent access to features. Always check your inbox (and spam folder) for the verification email to ensure you’re fully set up.