How to Add Custom Fonts to Your Wix Site
TL;DR:
- Upload custom fonts through Settings → Custom Fonts in the Wix Editor
- Supports OTF and TTF font file formats only
- Check your font licence covers web usage before uploading
- Custom fonts appear in your text menu once uploaded
- Good typography improves user experience and can help SEO
Adding custom fonts to your Wix site is one of the quickest ways to give your website a distinctive look. Here's how to do it properly without running into licensing issues or performance problems.
Getting Your Fonts Uploaded
The custom font feature in Wix is tucked away in your site settings, but it's simple enough once you know where to look.
Head to Settings in your Wix Editor, then find Custom Fonts in the menu. Click Upload Fonts and select your font files. Wix only accepts OTF (OpenType Font) and TTF (TrueType Font) formats, so make sure your files are in one of these formats before you start.
Once uploaded, your fonts will show up in the text formatting options for any text element on your site. You can then apply them to headings, body text, or specific sections as needed.
The best approach is to use your custom fonts strategically. Apply them to main headings or key sections where you want to make an impact, rather than replacing every font on your site.
Font Licensing Matters
This is the bit most people skip, but it's important. Not all fonts come with permission to use them on websites, even if you've bought them.
Check the licence document that came with your font purchase or download. Look specifically for web usage rights. Some licences restrict usage based on how many people visit your site, what type of business you run, or even which countries you operate in.
If the licence terms aren't clear, contact the font creator or distributor directly. It's better to check now than deal with licensing issues later.
Typography and Performance
Good typography does more than make your site look professional. It affects how easily people can read your content, how long they stay on your pages, and how search engines view your site.
Choose fonts that match your brand but stay readable, especially on mobile devices. Too many custom fonts can slow down your site loading speed, so stick to 2-3 font families maximum.
Keep accessibility in mind too. Your custom fonts should have good contrast against your background colours and be large enough to read comfortably on smaller screens.
FAQs
Can I use any font file type when adding custom fonts to my Wix site?
No, Wix only supports OTF and TTF font formats for custom uploads.
How many custom fonts can I upload to my Wix site?
There's no hard limit, but using too many fonts can slow down your site. Stick to 2-3 font families for best performance.
Do custom fonts impact the loading speed of my Wix website?
Yes, each custom font adds to your page loading time. Choose your fonts carefully and avoid uploading more than you actually need.
Jargon Buster
OTF (OpenType Font): A font format that works well for both screen and print, offering more advanced typography features than older formats.
TTF (TrueType Font): A common font format that displays clearly on screens and prints well.
Font Licensing: The legal terms that govern how you can use a particular font, including whether web usage is permitted.
Typography: The art and technique of arranging text in a way that's readable and visually appealing.
Wrap-up
Adding custom fonts to your Wix site takes just a few minutes but can transform how your website looks and feels. The key is choosing fonts that work well together, checking your licensing is sorted, and not going overboard with too many different typefaces.
Start with your main headings and see how custom fonts change the feel of your site. Once you're happy with the look, you can apply them to other elements as needed.
Ready to take your Wix skills further? Join the Pixelhaze Academy for more hands-on tutorials and design guidance.