Quick summary
Are you ready to showcase your exceptional typefaces and give them the recognition they deserve? Now you can create, publish, and manage your own font bundles. Read on to learn how this tool can help grow your business.
Introduction
The Foundry Platform's Bundles feature acts as a strategic design companion for font styles. create cohesive products that tell complete design stories and showcase the typographic range of the font styles.
Why use bundles?
Bundles allow foundries to create a new product type: curated collections of related fonts presented as a single, unified offering. Instead of showcasing individual styles in isolation, designers can now present their work in a way that tells a bigger story and drives more interest.
- Increase Visibility: Bundles are promoted on MyFonts, helping your designs reach more customers.
- Simplify Choices for Customers: Buyers love curated options, making it easier for them to purchase.
- Highlight Your Creativity: Showcase your foundry’s versatility and unique design approach.
- Discoverability: Bundles make it easier for customers to explore and purchase complementary fonts in one go.
- Inspiration: Customers see the full creative potential of typefaces when styles are shown together.
- Value: Offers a compelling alternative to discounts by delivering more fonts at a bundled price.
- Confidence: Seeing fonts in context helps customers make faster, more informed decisions.
How to create and manage bundles
Creating a bundle is simple. Here’s how:
Step 1: Open the Bundles Dashboard
Log into the Foundry Platform and navigate to the Bundles section under the Submissions tab. This is where you’ll create and manage your bundles.
Step 2: Add Your Bundle Details
Choose a name for your bundle that stands out. Then, write a clear and engaging description. This is your chance to explain what makes this collection special.
Step 3: Select Your Fonts
Pick desired font styles that work well together. Customers love variety and cohesion, so think about what makes sense as a set.
Step 4: Set a Fair Price
Bundles aren’t about discounts—they’re about value. Set a price that reflects the quality and creativity of your fonts.
Step 5: Add Eye-Catching Images Upload high-quality images that showcase your fonts in action. These visuals help customers imagine how they can use your designs. Bundle images and bundle posters images will go through antivirus checks to ensure safe and secure environment on Foundry Platform.
Step 6: Publish Your Bundle
Double-check your details, then hit publish. Your bundle will go live within a few hours and stay active for 60 days.
Malware scanning
Every Image you upload is automatically scanned for malware to ensure both your bundle and the platform are secure. If a threat is detected, the image will be automatically removed, and you'll be notified.
(Your images will be scanned for Malware protection once you drop the image)
(The malware-free image will be successfully uploaded once scanned)
(If the system detects any threat in your uploaded image, you will be notified)
Managing active bundles
Once your bundle is live, you can track its performance, update its description, or deactivate it anytime from the dashboard.
FAQs
Can the order of the fonts listed on my bundle's page be changed?
Currently, fonts display in the order of addition. Future updates are anticipated to provide more flexible ordering options.
What if I can't publish my bundle?
Verify that all critical fields are completed. Red warning indicators will highlight specific areas requiring attention.
Can I edit a bundle after publishing?
Description updates and deactivation are permitted. However, font selection and pricing cannot be modified post-publication.
Need more help?
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at foundrysupport@monotype.com.
And there you have it!
Your font design journey just got a whole lot more exciting! Bundles are a fantastic way to market your fonts, drive sales, and grow your foundry’s visibility on MyFonts. Log in to the Foundry Platform today and start creating bundles that make font lovers swoon!