Are these script fonts really free for commercial use?

Yes. Every font on this page is released under the SIL Open Font License or Apache 2.0, so you can use it in logos, products, packaging and client work. The licence file is included in each download.

What is the difference between script and cursive fonts?

People use the words for the same thing: fonts that look joined-up and handwritten. "Script" usually means calligraphy-style lettering, while "cursive" is often used for everyday joined handwriting.

Can I use a script font for body text?

Not really. Scripts are hard to read in long paragraphs and at small sizes. Use them for names and headings, and pair them with a simple serif or sans for everything else.

Why do my letters look disconnected?

Script fonts need normal letter spacing to join up. If your design app has added extra tracking, set it back to 0.

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Free script & cursive fonts

Handwritten and calligraphy-style fonts that are actually free to use, for logos, invitations, packaging and posts. Type your name or brand to see them all at once.

Great Vibes

Script · Wedding invites, beauty brands

Sophia & James

Flowing, formal calligraphy with long, elegant joins. The most popular free script font for a reason.

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Dancing Script

Script · Cafés, bakeries, friendly logos

Sophia & James

Casual and bouncy, with letters that change size slightly as they go. Stays readable even in long words.

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Pacifico

Script · Surf, summer, retro signs

Sophia & James

A thick brush script with a 1950s surf-shop feel. Very strong as a one-word logo.

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Sacramento

Script · Thin monoline signatures

Sophia & James

A light, single-thickness script that looks like it was written with a fine pen. Best at large sizes.

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Allura

Script · Invitations, certificates

Sophia & James

Classic copperplate-style script that feels formal without being fussy.

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Parisienne

Script · Fashion, French-style brands

Sophia & James

Slanted and graceful, with a Parisian boutique feel. Pairs well with a thin serif.

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Alex Brush

Script · Elegant headings, cards

Sophia & James

Smooth brush calligraphy with high contrast between thick and thin strokes.

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Satisfy

Script · Food menus, cosy brands

Sophia & James

A relaxed brush script that reads easily, even in longer phrases.

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Yellowtail

Script · Retro logos, sports

Sophia & James

A bold 1930s-style script with lots of character. Ideal for vintage badges and t-shirts.

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Kaushan Script

Script · Bold posters, street style

Sophia & James

Energetic brush lettering with rough edges, made for headlines that need to shout.

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Pinyon Script

Script · Luxury, formal events

Sophia & James

A refined, round-hand script inspired by 19th-century engraving.

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Tangerine

Script · Fine stationery

Sophia & James

A tall, narrow calligraphic script. Elegant at large sizes, too light for small text.

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Mr Dafoe

Script · Signatures, personal brands

Sophia & James

Quick, confident handwriting that looks like a real signature.

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Mrs Saint Delafield

Script · High-end wedding stationery

Sophia & James

An ornate, loopy signature script with dramatic capitals.

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Italianno

Script · Delicate labels, perfume

Sophia & James

Narrow and graceful, with an Italian calligraphy feel. Works best on light backgrounds.

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Rouge Script

Script · Fashion, beauty

Sophia & James

A slanted retro script with a strong rhythm, between casual and formal.

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Caveat

Script · Notes, sticker-style text

Sophia & James

Natural everyday handwriting rather than calligraphy. Great for annotations and friendly UI.

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Quick comparison

17 fonts

Font	Best for	Style
Great Vibes	Wedding invites, beauty brands	Script
Dancing Script	Cafés, bakeries, friendly logos	Script
Pacifico	Surf, summer, retro signs	Script
Sacramento	Thin monoline signatures	Script
Allura	Invitations, certificates	Script
Parisienne	Fashion, French-style brands	Script
Alex Brush	Elegant headings, cards	Script
Satisfy	Food menus, cosy brands	Script
Yellowtail	Retro logos, sports	Script
Kaushan Script	Bold posters, street style	Script
Pinyon Script	Luxury, formal events	Script
Tangerine	Fine stationery	Script
Mr Dafoe	Signatures, personal brands	Script
Mrs Saint Delafield	High-end wedding stationery	Script
Italianno	Delicate labels, perfume	Script
Rouge Script	Fashion, beauty	Script
Caveat	Notes, sticker-style text	Script

Which one should I pick?

A wedding invitationGreat Vibes or Pinyon Script for names, with a thin serif like Cormorant Garamond for the details.

A café or bakery logoDancing Script or Satisfy. They stay readable on signs and cups.

A retro or sports badgeYellowtail or Pacifico, set big and bold.

A signature-style personal brandMr Dafoe or Sacramento.

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Questions

Are these script fonts really free for commercial use?: Yes. Every font on this page is released under the SIL Open Font License or Apache 2.0, so you can use it in logos, products, packaging and client work. The licence file is included in each download.
What is the difference between script and cursive fonts?: People use the words for the same thing: fonts that look joined-up and handwritten. "Script" usually means calligraphy-style lettering, while "cursive" is often used for everyday joined handwriting.
Can I use a script font for body text?: Not really. Scripts are hard to read in long paragraphs and at small sizes. Use them for names and headings, and pair them with a simple serif or sans for everything else.
Why do my letters look disconnected?: Script fonts need normal letter spacing to join up. If your design app has added extra tracking, set it back to 0.