We believe fonts should be free to use, modify, and share. Our philosophy is inspired by the open source model of Velvetyne Type Foundry. Learn more about Velvetyne’s philosophy here.

We use the SIL Open Font License (OFL, Version 1.1) for all our typefaces. This license ensures:

• Fonts remain free for personal and commercial use.
• Modifications are allowed as long as derivative works are also licensed under OFL.
• Distribution encourages collaboration without restricting creativity.

The Unified Font Repository (UFR) standardizes font project structures for clarity and collaboration. Developed by Velvetyne, the UFR ensures each repository contains:

• LICENSE.txt: Legal details, including the SIL OFL.
• README.md: Overview of the typeface.
• FONTLOG.md: Development history and contributions.
• METADATA.yml: Core information about the typeface (e.g., designer, tags, writing systems).

• Consistency: Predictable structure for users and contributors.
• Transparency: Clear documentation and open licensing.
• Scalability: Adding new fonts is seamless.

Our website pulls font data directly from the METADATA.yml file in each repository. This ensures the repository serves as a central, flexible hub for font information as projects evolve. This allows for:

• Real-time updates: Website content reflects repository changes immediately.
• Accessible information: Users can easily view details like font names, descriptions, designers, and licensing.

We welcome contributions from designers and developers. Here’s how to get involved:

1. Fork Our Repositories: Clone any of our font repositories or the UFR template.
2. Add Your Typeface: Create a new font using the UFR structure.
3. Submit Pull Requests: Share your improvements or additions.

Open-source fonts thrive on collaboration. By contributing to Mother Type, you’re part of a global community shaping the future of typography. For questions or feedback, contact us at itsmothertype@gmail.com.