We are excited to introduce to you the popular sans-serif typeface known as Helvetica or Neue Haas Grotesk, created by renowned Swiss font designer Max Miedinger along with Eduard Hoffmann in 1957.
There were many graphic and web designers that were a fan of this font and along with this font, they also loved to use another popular font Univers that was also designed by Adrian Frutiger in the same year.
Font Details
Name | Helvetica Font |
Style | Neo-grotesque sans-serif |
Designer | Max Miedinger, Eduard Hoffmann |
File Format | OTF, TTF |
License | Free for Personal Use |
Type | Free Version |

Usage
- Email marketing templates
- PowerPoint presentations
- Books
- Newspapers
- Newsletters
- Directories
- Menus
- Social media ads, banners, and graphics
- Banner and retargeting ads
- Images for websites and blogs
License Information
Helvetica is Not free for commercial use. You can only use it for personal usage.
FAQs
Is Helvetica free for commercial use?
No, Helvetica is only free for personal use. A commercial license is required for business or branding purposes.
How can I install the Helvetica font?
Download the font file, unzip it, then double-click the .ttf
or .otf
file and click “Install”. The font will be added to your system fonts.
What fonts are similar to Helvetica?
Arial, Univers, and Roboto are commonly used alternatives to Helvetica. They offer a similar clean and modern look.
Can I use Helvetica on Canva or Figma?
Helvetica is not always available by default in these platforms. You can only use it if the platform has a licensed version or if you upload it manually (in Canva Pro or Figma with font installer).
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