Those who work with websites, mobile apps, print, campaigns, branding and visual projects can use Fonts for finding typefaces, licensing and typography resources.
Fonts.com is best known as a longstanding font marketplace and font discovery portal. As fonts previously offered there have been moved to MyFonts and Monotype Fonts, users may be redirected to these sites to make their purchases.
Practically speaking, Fonts.com notes that fonts previously available on the site are now available through MyFonts or Monotype’s subscription service as applicable. If you are looking for a specific font, follow the purchase or account redirection on the site.
Visitors should note that Fonts.com is no longer the main destination for purchasing fonts, so previous coupons may no longer apply. Current discounts are more likely to be found in MyFonts promotions or Monotype Fonts subscriptions.
Designers should compare the cost of purchasing a single font family with the broader font subscription. A subscription might be more suitable for teams that need to license lots of fonts, whereas single font purchase is more suitable for individual projects.
Users must check whether the license includes desktop use, web fonts, apps, eBooks, digital advertising, logos, templates, and client work. Font licenses can be quite specific, and the cheapest option may not actually be appropriate for your particular use case.
Monotype Fonts is quite useful for teams that require a large library of fonts, shared access, font management, and collaboration. This is not necessary for an individual designer who uses only a few fonts per year.
Officially, Fonts.com notes that customer history is available through MyFonts or Monotype Fonts depending on the purchasing pathway. Users with older accounts should follow the account instructions on the site before purchasing the font again.
Free fonts may be suitable for some projects, but designers should also consider checking their license. Paid fonts will often have higher quality, larger families, language support, and usage rights.