Font License Metadata Viewer
Read the license string, license URL, copyright, and fsType embedding permissions embedded inside a font file. Verify commercial-use rights before you deploy a font in production.
What fsType embedding values mean
| Value | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 0 | Installable Embedding — no restrictions |
| 2 | Restricted License Embedding — no embedding |
| 4 | Preview & Print Embedding — read-only documents only |
| 8 | Editable Embedding — editable documents allowed |
| 256 | No Subsetting — full font must be embedded |
| 512 | Bitmap Embedding Only — only bitmap glyphs |
Frequently asked questions
Is the embedded license a complete license?
No. It is a short string stored in the name table, usually naming the license type (SIL OFL, Apache 2.0, commercial, etc.). The actual legal terms are in the license document that ships with the font.
Can I use a font commercially with fsType 0?
fsType 0 means the font allows installable embedding. This is about embedding permissions, not commercial-use rights. You still need to check the license document for commercial-use terms.
What is the safest license for web fonts?
SIL Open Font License (OFL) 1.1 is the most common open-source web font license. It allows commercial use, modification, and web embedding. Apache 2.0 is similar. Always read the full license text.