Would you like to make your WordPress site look more unique? Custom fonts can help! These fonts aren’t just about style; they can also make your text easier to read and create a better brand image.
Custom fonts are easy to find. You can get free ones from Google Fonts, Adobe Fonts (formerly Typekit), FontSquirrel, and fonts.com. But remember, using too many can slow down your site. Stick to two fonts to keep things fast and consistent.
Here’s how to add custom fonts to your WordPress site:
Using Google Fonts
Google Fonts is free and widely used. There are two ways to add them:
- With a Plugin: Install the Google Fonts Typography plugin. It lets you pick fonts and see previews in real-time. Just choose your fonts and click “Publish” to apply them to your site.
- Manually: Go to Google Fonts, pick your fonts, and get the embed code. Then, add this code to your WordPress theme’s files using a plugin like WPCode or by editing your theme’s header.php file.
Using Adobe Fonts (Typekit)
Adobe Fonts has free and paid fonts. To use them:
- Sign Up: Create an Adobe Fonts account and choose your fonts. Get the embed code and add it to your site’s header using a plugin or by editing your theme’s files.
Using CSS3 @font-face
This method lets you use any font:
- Download and Upload: Download your font in web format or convert it using FontSquirrel. Upload it to your WordPress site in a new “fonts” folder in your theme’s directory.
- Add to Your Theme: Use CSS3 @font-face rules to add the font to your site’s stylesheet. This lets you use the font anywhere on your site.
Remember, loading too many fonts can slow down your site. Stick to a couple of fonts for best results!
By following these steps, you can make your WordPress site stand out with beautiful, readable fonts
