PT Sans font pairings
Fonts that go with PT Sans — live previews, pairing ideas and free embed code.
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PT Sans is a free sans serif typeface designed by ParaType, added to Google Fonts in 2010.
It comes in 2 weights with matching italics.
It is the #41 most popular Latin font family on Google Fonts and supports Cyrillic, Cyrillic Extended, Latin and Latin Extended characters.
PT Sans has a limited set of weights, so it is best used for headings or short text alongside a more extensive family.
Fonts that pair well with PT Sans
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A superfamily drawn for Cyrillic and Latin alike — balanced, sober, endlessly practical.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: PT Sans keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Merriweather's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: PT Sans keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Source Serif 4's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: PT Sans keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Fraunces's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
Two sans serifs can work when they differ in structure: PT Sans carries the headings, Lato handles text, and hierarchy comes from weight and size.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
Two sans serifs can work when they differ in structure: PT Sans carries the headings, Montserrat handles text, and hierarchy comes from weight and size.
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How to use PT Sans on your website
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<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=PT+Sans:wght@400;700&display=swap" rel="stylesheet">font-family: 'PT Sans', sans-serif;Similar fonts to PT Sans
Frequently asked questions
Is PT Sans free for commercial use?
Yes. PT Sans is distributed through Google Fonts under an open-source licence, so you can use it for free in personal and commercial projects, including websites, apps, logos and print.
What fonts go well with PT Sans?
Good matches for PT Sans include PT Serif, Merriweather, Source Serif 4 and Fraunces. Each of these offers enough contrast to create clear hierarchy while keeping a consistent feel.
Is PT Sans a variable font?
No. PT Sans is available as 2 static weights.
Who designed PT Sans?
PT Sans was designed by ParaType.