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Getting Started

Learn about the basic steps to start using Monotype Fonts

Supriya Bisht avatar
Written by Supriya Bisht
Updated over 7 months ago

Monotype Fonts is a web-based platform that works in tandem with the Monotype Desktop App. It provides you with all the tools you need to efficiently find, manage, and use fonts either for yourself or your team. This section will help you understand:

How to sign up for Monotype Fonts

Monotype offers three types of subscriptions. All three give you access to Monotype’s 150,000 font library and efficient font discovery and management features.

  • Creative Agencies – All the capabilities that you need to create prototypes and pitches.

  • Individual & Small Teams – Designed for one-person businesses and small creative teams.

  • Large Brands – Three plans to suit different levels of needs for web-based font usage.

You can also sign up for a Free Trial that lets you explore all the fonts and features available in Monotype Fonts.

After signing up, use this link to log in to Monotype Fonts web interface.

Note: To help you get started using Monotype Fonts, visit the Monotype Fonts Help Center and in particular the video tutorials.


How to get the Monotype Desktop App

The Monotype Desktop App runs on your PC (Windows or Mac) and performs following three important functions:

  • Font syncing and unsyncing

  • Management of Monotype Fonts

  • Font assistance (detects and auto-activates missing fonts in your creative applications)

Installation steps

Before you begin:

To install the app (self-installation):

  1. Click one of the Download buttons depending on whether you’re using Windows or Mac OS. This will download the installer for Monotype Desktop App on your PC.

  2. Double-click on the installer to start the installation.

  3. Open the app once installed and log in to the app with your credentials.

    Note: Your login will be initiated on your default browser. By logging in to the Monotype Desktop App you will automatically get logged in to the Monotype Fonts web platform.


How to get help

All subscription plans offer technical support on all days for 24 hours. If you have a question that you can’t answer on your own.

  • Visit our help center to learn more about Monotype Fonts.

  • Click the chat icon to experience localized chat support (24 hours a day Mon-Fri) within our Monotype Fonts web platform and Monotype Desktop App.

  • See Support Services to know more about our support programs.

  • See Licensing to know more about our licensing.

  • Assistance with onboarding is available with our Premier and Elite support plans. For details see Onboarding.

  • For customers on the Basic plan, contact [email protected].

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