12 Best Websites to get FREE Commercial Usable Fonts (NO $$$ Required!)

Sweta Sharma
10 min readJul 3, 2023

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(Design like a pro without breaking the bank with these sites.)

Fonts are truly one of the most crucial factors in designing. Don’t you agree?

They have the power to change the aesthetic of your design.

But finding right fonts that will fit your designs perfectly sometimes seems challenging.

Isn’t it?

Do you also struggle to find the best fonts that can enhance the visual appeal of your designs and also don’t want to spend a $?

If your answer is YES, then let me tell you, you’ve landed on the right post because in this article, I’m going to reveal 12 best websites where you can find commercially usable fonts and they all are FREE!

Ready to know about those websites?

Just follow along!

1. Google Fonts

Google Fonts is a popular platform which offers a wide range of font styles suitable for various purposes.

The platform allows you to preview and download fonts, and even provides code snippets for seamless integration into websites.

Let’s see how you can make the most of this resource:

  • Visit the Google Fonts website.
  • Browse through the various categories or search for specific font styles.
  • Once you find a font you like, click on it to access detailed information, including font weights and available styles.
  • Use the “Customize” tab to adjust the font size, line height, and more.
  • Click on the “+” button to select and add the font to your collection.
  • Once you’re happy with your selection, choose the desired font weights and styles, and click on the “Embed” button to get the code snippets for web usage or download the font files for offline projects.
  • You can also get a live preview by using the Type tester option.

2. Fontspace

Fontspace is a vibrant online community that offers more than 1, 00,000 free fonts.

Click on the Fonts option. You’ll see the different styles of fonts available with them.

Click on Styles to find the available font styles.

Similarly, click on Collections to check the available collections.

One interesting option that I found here is the Font Generator.

Click on this option and start typing your text, you’ll get to see your text in the different font styles available.

To download the font, click on the “Download” button located in the right side of the font preview.

3. Dafont

Dafont is a well-established platform known for its extensive library of free fonts.

The website’s layout may appear slightly dated, but it compensates with a vast array of font styles.

Here, you can browse the fonts library by navigating through the different categories.

Explore the different font categories or use the search bar to find specific fonts.

Once you find your font, simply click on the Download option and you’re ready to use the font in your designs.

4. Urban Fonts

Urban Fonts is your go-to destination for a diverse collection of fonts, whether you’re searching for something modern, edgy, or classic.

This platform offers a mix of both free and premium fonts, making it suitable for designers with varying budgets.

Go to the Free Fonts option and start browsing.

You’ll see a screen like this, type your text if you want to have a preview, use their filters for refining your search.

They also have a Reverse Background option, which gives you a live preview of how your font will look on a dark background.

Click on Download option once you’re happy with your selection.

5. Fontstruct

Fontstruct is not just another font website; it’s a font-building tool that empowers designers to create their very own custom fonts.

With Fontstruct, you have the freedom to bring your unique font ideas to life.

To use this website, you’ve to create an account.

Once you have created an account, you need to confirm your mail to get access to the features.

Now, sign in again using your registered email and password.

You’ll see your home screen that looks like this.

Click on FontStructor and name your design.

You’ll get your font editor once you click on the Start FontStructing option.

Design your font and use the Save, Download and Preview option to get a sneak peek into your customized font.

6. Abstract Fonts

Abstract Fonts is a treasure trove of fonts, offering a wide range of free and commercial options.

Here, you’ll see various filters like — Categories, Popular, Collections, Designers and A-Z. These options will help you find your perfect fit.

You’ll also see a number of fonts with their style preview, if you like any font, click on Download and use it as you wish.

If you’ve any specific font in mind, you can use their directory in which they’ve sorted the fonts alphabetically.

7. Creative Market

Creative Market is a bustling marketplace where designers and creatives can find an extensive selection of commercial fonts.

To find fonts on this website, click on the More option drop-down arrow and then go the Free Downloads option, you’ll get the list of free fonts.

8. Creative Fabrica

Creative Fabrica is my most favorite place to get all my creative resources.

Here, you’ll find everything from SVG, templates, fonts and what not!

Coming back to our thing i.e. — Fonts, Creative Fabrica offers a number of free fonts.

To use their assets, first you need to sign up to this website.

Once you’re signed in, click on the Freebies drop-down arrow and choose Free Fonts.

Here, you’ll see a lot of free fonts.

Take some time to find the best font for your projects, then download and use them to your designs.

9. Behance

Behance is a popular online platform where designers can showcase their work, including font creations.

While Behance is primarily known for its design portfolios, it’s also a great place to discover unique and original fonts.

Go to https://www.behance.net/ and click on the Assets drop-down arrow.

Then, click on Free. Also, select Fonts.

Within a second, you’ll see a number of professional looking fonts.

But before saving the font, you need to sign into this website.

NOTE: Be sure to check the licensing information provided by the designer for each font before using it.

10. Fontfabric

Next on the list is Fontfabric.

To find fonts on this website, click on the Browse Fonts option.

You’ll see their exquisite font gallery.

Now, click on the Free Fonts option.

You can choose your preview styles from the given options — List /Grid/Images.

Like other websites, they also give you an option to type and experience a live preview of your fonts.

Read their licensing terms before downloading a font.

11. Neogrey

Neogrey is a website that specializes in providing high-quality fonts for commercial use.

Browse through the available fonts.

Click on a font to access its details, including a preview, available weights, and licensing information.

NOTE : If the font is available for free, you can download it directly from the website.

For commercial fonts, you will be directed to the designer’s website for purchase or download instructions.

12. Befonts

Befonts is a platform that offers a wide range of free and premium fonts for commercial use.

To check what they’ve in store for you, click on the For Commercial Use option and you’ll see all the fonts which are available for commercial use and cost you nothing.

Browse and find the best font type for your creative project.

Click on the font and scroll down, you’ll see a download option.

Download your font and use it as you want!

Final Thoughts🎯

Try these amazing websites to find the perfect fonts for your designs!

See you in the next value-packed article.

Till then, keep learning, keep growing!

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