What is a web font?

A web font is a typeface optimised specifically for use on the internet, which is loaded dynamically from the server when a website loads. It enables consistent typography independent of system fonts and improves the visual impact of the brand. Web fonts are essential for responsive design, load-time optimisation and accessible text display.

Synonyms

Digital typeface, online font, internet typeface, web typography, browser font, embedded font, web type, web typography font, WOFF font, font for the web

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