They're also totally free, with no strings attached. So how can you save money on type while still getting the high quality you'd expect from a paid-for asset? Two words: Google Fonts.įirst launched in 2010, Google Fonts is a repository for open-source typography projects, and they're typically very high quality. The problem is, though, most of them can be a bit overused or underwhelming. Free fonts are great, and there are thousands on the web to choose from.