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Fontsource
Self-host open-source fonts in your projects through npm packages.
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What is Fontsource?
Fontsource is a free, open-source collection of open-source and variable fonts, including the Google Fonts library, packaged for self-hosting. You can preview and download font files, or install any font through npm and import it with CSS, which keeps sites faster and avoids third-party font requests.
Pros
- Easy npm installs
- Supports variable fonts
- No third-party font requests
Cons
- Aimed at developers more than designers
- Font licences still need checking per family
Who should use Fontsource
Web developers who want fast, privacy-friendly fonts in their builds.
Who may not need it
People who just want to install a font on their computer.
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