Fontself - Make your own fonts

Fontself - Make your own fonts

Vector Calligraphy Handwriting

1.1K ratings
222 reviews
$19.99
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 18, 2022
  • June 16, 2026
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Easily create your own custom vector fonts from your handwriting or drawings. Turn your alphabet into installable font files for use in various design software and on any computer. Enjoy a streamlined workflow with automated spacing and kerning.

Draw handmade vector fonts
Export OpenType font files (.otf)
Pressure-sensitive brushes
Automated spacing and kerning
Real-time preview
Customizable layout templates
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What's New in Fontself

2.4

June 16, 2026

New: - Pen Tool: place Bezier points precisely, with Fill mode for contours and Stroke mode for stroke paths. - Shape Tool: draw circles, squares, and triangles as filled or stroked shapes. - Fill Tool: quickly fill closed contours, with Apple Pencil hover preview on supported devices. - Snap: align points and shapes while you draw by touching the screen with one extra finger. These tools make it faster to draw, refine, and export polished OpenType fonts from your own handwriting, brush lettering, or custom alphabet designs.

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User reviews

Nice

Did just what I needed it to, making a font for my comic. I cannot imagine having to code this in any other form, and I love being able to do it from my iPad. I wish the in app purchase was clearer, because I have no idea where it is or what it does, but the app by itself is fine for what I need!

Quick, fun, creative, inspiring and cheap at half the price. Pay the money and choose this.

I admit I thought font design was dull and laborious. It really was when I was younger, but now with Fontself it is actually really enjoyable and incredibly quick to come up with new ideas. I never liked using standard fonts in my art and now I can use my own.
Also, when I got stuck I used the message feature in the app and I had quick, helpful replies that fixed my problem. Great backup support and worth every penny.
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I Will To Be creator ever

Lauren Faust will be Proud

Almost perfect

I wish I could import SVG or PNG of glyphs I created in other design apps. As of now it’s only possible to trace. However this is not a design app. It’s only meant for handwriting and simple shapes. I need a lot more control over the glyphs. This is why I use another app, like Affinity Designer (or Affinity). It would be amazing if this great app could recognize and accept images or SVGs as native shapes.
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Greek!

Guys, your app was a joy to use 😊 Love my new font!

I am Greek and would love my language's letters in my font 😁 I am also a completionist and would love to draw a glyph for every possible type-able character, as well as define a bold, italic, underlined, etc. version of the font. Excited for your developments!
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Sign-in issues with Apple ID

Bug

Frequent crashes and freezes

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when drawing

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Requested Features

7 requests

Import custom brushes and templates

Feature

Add support for more languages and characters

Feature

Implement color and gradient options for fonts

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Improve vector editing tools and precision

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Streamline workflow for creating font families

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Integrate font export directly to system font library

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Provide more brush and stroke customization options

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FAQ

What does Fontself do?

Fontself allows you to create your own custom vector fonts directly from your drawings or handwriting. You can then export these as installable OpenType font files (.otf) to use on your Mac or Windows PC in various design applications.

What are the key features of Fontself?

Key features include drawing letters with various vector brushes, including pressure-sensitive options with Apple Pencil. The app offers real-time previews, automated spacing and kerning to save time, and the ability to export your creations as .otf files.

How much does Fontself cost?

The app is free to download and use, with in-app purchases available. These purchases likely unlock advanced features or full functionality for creating and exporting fonts.

Can I use fonts created with Fontself on my computer?

Yes, you can export your custom fonts as OpenType (.otf) files, which are compatible with both Mac and Windows PCs. You can then install and use these fonts in software like Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, and more.

Who is Fontself designed for?

Fontself is aimed at democratizing font creation, making it accessible to anyone interested in typography. This includes designers, calligraphers, letterers, and hobbyists who want to create unique typefaces without needing complex design software or extensive expertise.