How to Install Fonts (Windows, Mac)

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Windows

Right-click a downloaded font file and choose 'Install' β€” it registers automatically with the system so it's available in every program.

Mac

Double-click the font file to open Font Book, then click 'Install Font' to add it to your system.

Finding free fonts

Look for sites that specifically offer fonts free for commercial use, and always confirm the license before downloading.

When an installed font doesn't appear in a program

A program that was already open before you installed the font won't refresh its font list automatically β€” close it completely and reopen it.

Installing a font is simpler than it sounds

Whether you need a font for a presentation or a design project, installing it on Windows or Mac takes just a few clicks. That said, using a font without checking its license first can lead to copyright issues, so it's worth being careful.

Check the license before you use it commercially

Free doesn't always mean free for every purpose β€” some fonts are free for personal use only, while others explicitly allow commercial use. Read the license terms on the download page carefully, especially before using a font in anything you plan to sell or publish professionally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a free font for commercial purposes?

License terms vary by font, so always check whether the download page explicitly states it's 'available for commercial use' before using it that way.

How do I remove a font I installed?

On Windows, find it in Settings under 'Fonts' and remove it there; on Mac, select it in Font Book and delete it.