Public Sans font pairings
Fonts that go with Public Sans — live previews, pairing ideas and free embed code.
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Public Sans is a free sans serif typeface designed by USWDS, Dan Williams, Pablo Impallari and Rodrigo Fuenzalida, added to Google Fonts in 2019.
It comes in 9 weights with matching italics, and is a variable font with a weight axis.
It is the #69 most popular Latin font family on Google Fonts and supports Latin, Latin Extended and Vietnamese characters.
With 9 weights, Public Sans is versatile enough for headings, interface text and body copy.
Fonts that pair well with Public Sans
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: PT Serif's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Public Sans's clean shapes keep body text easy to scan on screens.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Roboto Slab's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Public Sans's clean shapes keep body text easy to scan on screens.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Merriweather's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Public Sans's clean shapes keep body text easy to scan on screens.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: Public Sans keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Cormorant Garamond'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: Public Sans keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Libre Baskerville'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.
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How to use Public Sans on your website
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Frequently asked questions
Is Public Sans free for commercial use?
Yes. Public 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 Public Sans?
Good matches for Public Sans include PT Serif, Roboto Slab, Merriweather and Cormorant Garamond. Each of these offers enough contrast to create clear hierarchy while keeping a consistent feel.
Is Public Sans a variable font?
Yes. Public Sans is a variable font with a weight (100–900) axis.
Who designed Public Sans?
Public Sans was designed by USWDS, Dan Williams, Pablo Impallari and Rodrigo Fuenzalida.