Uploading a new font family

Whether you’re just getting starting selling with us or you've been with us since the beginning, you’ll use the Foundry Platform tool to submit a new font.

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✅  All changes are automatically saved! 

All changes are saved automatically while you’re creating your submission! If you have to close the page, you can always continue your submission later by opening the in-progress submission in your dashboard.

💭 A note about font families

Think about a submission in Foundry Platform like this: 1 submission = 1 family page on MyFonts. Your submission can contain files set up or style-linked as different 'font families' so they appear in customer's font menus however you would like. 

Let’s get started!

Click the “Submit a new font” button to begin your submission.

Step 1: Upload one font family

1. If you manage multiple foundries, select the one you want to release the font to from the dropdown.
2. Drag and drop your font files into the importer. Our system will check for technical issues in each file and how they interact within the family. To avoid rejection, follow these guidelines:
   • Limit individual file sizes to under 52MB, and you can upload up to 200 font files at once.
   • Do not upload zip files. Only OTF and TTF formats are accepted. Allowed combinations: OT CFF + OT TTFV, OT TTF/TT + OT TTFV, and TT + OT TTFV.
   • We recommend reviewing the MyFonts Recommended Character Set. Fonts that don't meet the set may be rejected.  
3. Our system will show any errors found in your fonts. Click “Show font test results” to view the tests run by our validator, designed to prevent customer issues and refunds.
   • Yellow warnings will not prevent submission.
   • Red errors will prevent submission.
   • Malware Scanning: Every file you upload is automatically scanned for malware to ensure both your submission and the platform are secure. If a threat is detected, the font file will be automatically removed, and you'll be notified. You can correct the issue and re-upload the clean file. This process ensures a safe environment for all Foundry Partners.
4. Review your font name and style names.
5. For multiple weights with traditional naming, arrange fonts from lightest to heaviest. Use the arrows to drag and drop the styles in the correct order.
6. Add designer names. If you can't find a designer, email us at foundrysupport@monotype.com to create the listing.
7. Select a default display style to represent the family. This will appear on the family page and in search results. We recommend selecting the Regular weight or the style that best represents the family.

Step 2: Define prices

1. Prices are required to be in USD, both for each style and your complete family pack (if applicable). Read more about choosing a successful pricing strategy here.
2. This price will be converted to other currencies automatically based on the USD price, and you can see them in the preview section. They will update automatically with any major currency fluctuations.
3. If you would like to overwrite this conversion to a fixed price, feel free to do so by typing in the boxes corresponding to each currency.
4. For families with multiple styles, you can apply the same price across styles. Simply click the arrow icon that appears next to your price in the first style.
5. For families with multiple styles, you can create up to five sub family packs. Simply name your family pack, select the fonts you wish to be in the sub-family pack, and add a price.

Step 3: Add descriptions

1. Add a description that will appear on your font family page. Great font descriptions inspire customers to buy and use your fonts. We recommend keeping your descriptions to less than 500 words. Think about the keywords used in the description, which will be analyzed by search engines to rank and display typefaces to customers. Take time to ensure your description is written thoughtfully and completely. Consider including information about the inspiration behind the design of the font, included features such as OpenType features and alternates, and what makes this font unique in the category. Read more about writing descriptions here.
2. Add tags for your family. You can copy and paste or type in a list of tags. You can read more about our tagging guidelines by referring to the article Tagging Your Font Families for Success.

Step 4: Upload your images

1. Use images to show off your font family. Images appear in a carousel at the top of your font family page, on pages like “What’s New”, and in search results. Read more about designing successful marketing images here. Your files must match this criteria in order to be accepted:
   • Quantity: 5 - 15 images
   • Size: Image proportions must be a 2:1 ratio. We recommend 2000 x 1000 px for retina screens. Minimum size is 1440 x 720 px.
   • File type: PNG
   • Malicious Image Detection: If a malicious image is detected, you will be notified to re-submit malware-free images or posters. This information will be displayed at the bottom of the page alongside any other submission issues.
   • We will not accept images containing racist, sexist, religious, or political content. Please also refrain from using expletives.
   • Do not display prices on images.
   • Do not display discounts on images.
2. Delete images by clicking the white x in the bottom right corner of each image. Reorder images by clicking and dragging them in the desired order.

Final Steps

1. Click “Generate Preview” to see your submission recap. Double check before submitting. You will not be able to go back and edit once it has been submitted!
2. The Foundry Support team will review your submission within 24 hours of the next business day. They will either approve your submission to go live, send your submission back to you with questions or a request to make changes, or your font will be rejected.
3. Leave a note for the foundry support staff and we’d be happy to help you.
4. You can schedule your font family to be released as soon as possible or select a date on the calendar.
5. Click submit and you’re done! 🎉

Need more help?

If you have any questions about the updated services regarding submissions, please don't hesitate to contact us at foundrysupport@monotype.com.

We're here to help you make the most of our platform and increase the discoverability of your fantastic fonts!