A teleprompter for TikTok, Reels and YouTube Shorts

Short vertical videos leave no room for "um" and lost trains of thought. A teleprompter for TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts lets you plan every second, then deliver it straight to the front camera. Prompter shows your script right under the iPhone lens while you record, so you can read and keep eye contact in the same take.

Why use a teleprompter for TikTok and Reels

Short-form video rewards clarity. Viewers decide in a moment whether to keep watching, and every extra second costs attention. Reading a tight script helps you:

• Hit a strong hook in the very first line, every time.
• Stay within 30 or 60 seconds without guessing.
• Record in one take instead of stitching together many clips.
• Batch several videos in one session, because each script is ready to go.

How long should a 30 or 60-second script be?

Most people speak at roughly 140 words per minute on camera. That gives a handy rule of thumb:

Your own pace may be faster or slower, so time one practice read and adjust. If you plan pauses for effect, write a little less. Our guide on writing a video script explains how to trim a draft without losing the point.

Writing a hook that stops the scroll

The first line does most of the work. Put it at the top of the script and make it short enough to say in one breath. A few hook patterns that suit spoken video:

• The result first: start with the outcome, then explain how.
• A direct question: ask something your viewer is already wondering.
• A common mistake: name the thing people get wrong.
• A clear promise: say exactly what they will know by the end.

After the hook, give one main idea, one or two supporting points and a short call to action. That structure fits comfortably into 60 seconds.

Recording a short video in one take

1. Write or paste the script into Prompter's editor. Scripts are saved only on your iPhone, with no account.
2. Hold the phone upright on a stand at eye level so the frame is vertical and your face is centered.
3. Pick a scrolling mode. Free auto-scroll moves at the speed you set. Follow voice (first 3 recordings free, then Pro) scrolls as you speak, dims the words you have said and waits when you pause, which is handy for punchy delivery with deliberate beats.
4. Start recording. A 3-2-1 countdown gives you a moment to get ready before the camera rolls.
5. Read with energy. Short videos need a little more expression than long ones. Smile, look into the lens on the hook and the call to action.
6. Find the video in Photos, add captions, music or text in your editing app, and post to TikTok, Reels or Shorts.

For delivery tips, read how to read a teleprompter naturally.

Quick tips for short-form creators

• Keep one idea per video. If the script grows past 140 words, split it into a series.
• Write the way you talk, including contractions and short sentences.
• Do a test read before the real take to check timing.
• Record in a quiet room, especially when using Follow voice.
• Save every script in the library so you can re-record or reuse a format later.

Free or Pro

The free version gives you the editor, the prompter over the camera, auto-scroll and recording, with a small "Made with Prompter" watermark on videos, plus Follow voice on your first 3 recordings. Pro removes the watermark and adds unlimited Follow voice and mirror mode: $7.99 per month, $49.99 per year with a 7-day free trial, or $99.99 once. Details are on the pricing page. Making longer videos too? See the teleprompter for YouTube page.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use Prompter as a teleprompter for Instagram Reels?

Yes. Prompter records a front camera video with your script on screen and saves it to Photos, so you can post it as a Reel, a TikTok or a YouTube Short.

How many words fit in a 60-second video?

About 140 words at a typical speaking pace, and about 70 words for 30 seconds. Time a practice read to fine-tune.

Does Prompter add captions?

Not yet. Automatic captions are not available in the app today. Add captions in your editing app or in the platform's own tools.

Will the watermark show in my TikToks?

Free recordings have a small "Made with Prompter" watermark. Pro saves clean video with no watermark.