Hi all,
Most developers probably deal with the issue of where to get fonts they can legally use and distribute in their apps. While I’m sure there are countless sites offering such fonts (and I would like others to input their own preference), I’ve been locating some really nice fonts here:
http://www.fonts.com/FindFonts/freefonts.htm
You need to sign up for an account in order to download the OTF or TTF font files, but so what, it’s free too!
One major note: when you find a font you like, don’t instantly jump for joy that you can use it in your game. Each font does (or should) come with a legal statement or EULA in its zip file that specifies how you can use it. While these fonts are all 100% free, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you can distribute it in your app within the App Store, because your app will be sold for profit (most likely) and that means you’re getting money and breaking the EULA of the font.
The EULA varies by font and by who created it. Some of the creators let you use it with free license in basically any manner you wish, commercial or personal use. Others say only for personal use, no commercial use. So just read the legal document before including the font in your app. After what Jon went through with the PlayFirst legal mess, the last thing anybody should endure is an annoying legal battle over font usage.
Anyway, enjoy!
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