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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is 12tldr?
- 12tldr is a free AI article summarizer. Paste any article URL and get a structured summary with TL;DR bullet points, context, key details, and why it matters — all in seconds.
- How does 12tldr work?
- Paste an article URL into the input field and click Summarize. The AI reads the article and generates a clear, structured brief. No signup or account is required.
- Is 12tldr free to use?
- Yes. Browsing the feed and reading pre-generated summaries is completely free with no account required. On-demand article summaries are also free.
- Which websites does 12tldr support?
- 12tldr works with articles from most major publications including The Economist, New York Times, Bloomberg, BBC, Reuters, The Guardian, Wired, and thousands of other websites.
- Does it work with paywalled articles?
- 12tldr pre-summarizes articles from paywalled sources like The Economist, WSJ, and FT — browse them from the feed without a subscription. For articles pasted manually, results depend on how much text is publicly visible.