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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these free fonts safe to use in commercial projects?
Only if the license says so. Fonts marked "free for commercial use" or released under the SIL Open Font License can be used in client work, logos, and products you sell. Many fonts on free download sites are "free for personal use" only, and using those in paid projects can lead to legal claims from the designer. Always read the license file included with the download before using a font commercially.
What is the SIL Open Font License?
The SIL Open Font License is the most trusted license for free fonts. It lets you use, modify, and distribute the font in commercial projects without paying a fee or crediting the designer. Google Fonts hosts most of its library under this license, which is why it is the safest starting point for designers who need fonts for client work.
Where can I find free fonts that are safe for client work?
Google Fonts is the safest source, since nearly every font there carries the SIL Open Font License or Apache license and allows commercial use. Font Squirrel hand-picks fonts that are cleared for professional use. On community sites like DaFont, always check the license note on each font's page before using it in a commercial project.
How do I install a downloaded font for use in Photoshop and Illustrator?
On Windows, right-click the font file and choose Install, or drag it into the Fonts folder in the Control Panel. On a Mac, double-click the font file and click Install Font in Font Book. Restart your design applications afterward so the new font appears in their font menus. Fonts installed at the system level work across all your Adobe apps.
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