Qahiri Font

Free for Commercial Use
Designed by Khaled Hosny

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Qahiri-Regular.ttf
خطوط عربية حديثة للتصميم

About

Qahiri draws on manuscript Kufic traditions, with hefty vertical stems, minimal contrast, and carefully controlled spacing that makes words feel like carved stone rather than flowing handwriting. The structure is very rectilinear and disciplined, so it leans more formal and ceremonial than casual, especially in large sizes. It works well for religious and cultural posters, museum graphics, book covers, and identity systems where Arabic typography needs to carry historical weight. In long passages or small UI labels it can feel dense and tiring, so it is better kept for display and short phrases rather than everyday text.

Best For:
Arabic cultural posters and banners
Religious or historical book covers
Museum or exhibition titling
Brand marks needing a strong Kufic voice

Not Ideal For:
Body text or long reading passages
Tiny UI labels or dense data layouts
Projects needing a light, friendly tone
Highly informal social content

Perfect for branding, editorial, and headline, with a ancient and decorative style.

License

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Free for commercial use
This font may be used in commercial design projects such as branding, advertising, and visual content. Usage rights may vary depending on the license terms. Please review the license details for specific restrictions.
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Free for personal use
You can also use this font freely in personal and non-commercial projects.
Qahiri Font is licensed under the SIL Open Font License (OFL).
Qahiri Font is distributed under the OFL.txt. The full license document is included in the downloaded package.

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How to Use Qahiri Font

  1. Download the font file.
  2. Install it on your device (TTF or OTF format).
  3. Use it in your favorite design tools, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva.

Qahiri Font FAQ

Q: Is this font free for commercial use?

A: This font is released under the SIL Open Font License (OFL), which generally allows both personal and commercial use. Please review the license for specific conditions or contact the author if you have any questions.

Q: Can I use this font for logos or branding?

A: This font can typically be used for logos and branding, subject to the OFL terms. For further clarification, please contact the author.

Q: What file formats are included?

A: Most fonts include TTF or OTF files.