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Access Requirements
Only users with the Manage Font permission can access the Fonts Self Serve feature. Admins have this permission enabled by default.
💡 Important: Before uploading fonts, ensure you have the legal rights and proper licensing to use them.
How to Create a Font
You can create fonts in three ways: Websafe, URL, or Font File Upload.
Websafe Font
Use this when the font does not rely on an external CSS file.
Steps
Go to the Font Manager.
Select Create a Font > Websafe Font.
Enter the font details.
Click Create.
Example
Font Name:
PoppinsFont Family:
PoppinsFallback Font Family:
sans-serif
URL
Use this when referencing a font from a CSS URL (e.g., Google or Adobe Fonts).
Steps
Select Create a Font > URL.
Paste the CSS file URL.
The system will auto-parse font weights and styles.
Enter font name and fallback family.
Click Create.
Example
Font Name:
PoppinsFont Family:
PoppinsFallback Font Family:
sans-serif
Font File Upload
Use this when uploading font files from your computer.
Supported File Types
.ttf.woff.woff2.otf
Steps
Select Create a Font > Upload.
Drag and drop or browse to select files.
Upload multiple files at once.
The system will auto-parse styles and weights.
Enter the font name and fallback family.
Click Create.
Example
Font Name:
PoppinsFont Family:
PoppinsFallback Font Family:
sans-serif
Assigning Fonts to a Brand
After creating a font, assign it to a brand in Brand Settings for it to appear in the editor.
💡 Note: Fonts must be assigned to a brand to be usable in campaigns.
Deleting Fonts
Deleted fonts are removed from all brand kits.
Assets using the font will retain it in a detached state.
The font will appear with an asterisk in the editor to show it’s no longer part of the brand kit.
You can continue using it until replaced.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Are Websafe Fonts Validated?
No. Users are responsible for choosing valid, supported fonts. Definitions of websafe fonts vary. Ensure compatibility with target machine defaults.
2. Will Changing the Fallback Font Update Existing Assets?
No. Existing assets will not update automatically.
To update them, contact support@knak.com.
3. Does the Dash Matter in sans-serif?
Yes. The value in the Font Family field is used directly in CSS.
Use valid CSS font-family syntax (e.g., sans-serif, not sans serif).
Need more help? Contact support via live chat using the chat bubble in the bottom right corner or email support@knak.com.