# Frequently Asked Questions

> Quick answers about NanoPrompter, the free online teleprompter.

## Is NanoPrompter really free?

Yes. NanoPrompter is completely free, with no sign-up, no premium tier and no usage limits.

## Do I need to install anything?

No. It runs in any modern browser on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.

## How do I share my script with someone else?

Click Share in the editor to generate a password-protected link. The recipient opens the link in their browser and enters the password.

## For how long is a shared link available?

24 hours. After that, the shared script is automatically deleted from the server.

## Is my script private?

Yes. Scripts are stored in your browser, and shared links are protected by a password and expire automatically.

## Can I use it with a physical teleprompter?

Yes. Enable Mirror mode to flip the text horizontally so it reads correctly through a beam-splitter teleprompter.

## Can I control the teleprompter with a gamepad?

Yes. Connect any USB or Bluetooth gamepad: the stick adjusts speed and font size, and buttons can be mapped to any action.

## Does it work on phones and tablets?

Yes. The interface adapts to any screen size, so you can present from a phone mounted on a small teleprompter.

## Where is my script stored?

In your browser's local storage, saved automatically. Nothing is uploaded unless you create a share link.

## Can I change speed or font size while playing?

Yes. Use the sliders, keyboard shortcuts or a gamepad to adjust speed and size without stopping playback.

## Which browsers are supported?

Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge, on both desktop and mobile.

## Can I customize the keyboard shortcuts?

Yes. Open the keyboard panel in the teleprompter view and remap each action to the keys you prefer.

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