Datatype
monospace · Designed by Frank Tisellano
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Datatype is a monospace font with a clean, technical aesthetic that leans into the visual language of code editors and terminal interfaces. Its letterforms are uniform in width, giving text a structured, grid-like appearance that feels precise and deliberate. The spacing and stroke weight are balanced to remain legible at both small and large sizes without feeling cold or mechanical. It carries a quiet confidence suited to contexts where clarity and a slightly utilitarian personality are assets rather than liabilities.
Datatype works well for developer tools, SaaS products, and tech-focused platforms where the monospace aesthetic reinforces the product's purpose. It is a solid choice for displaying code snippets, data tables, pricing breakdowns, or any interface element where alignment and readability under dense information matter. It also fits niche editorial and publication contexts, particularly tech journalism or documentation sites, where a consistent typographic voice that nods to programming culture adds credibility without being gimmicky.
Best suited for: Consider Datatype for code samples, technical documentation, data displays, labels, and identity systems that benefit from evenly spaced characters.
Design considerations: This ProFont page provides 9 available variants, giving the family room to establish emphasis and hierarchy without changing typefaces. Test the selected weights with real project copy, spacing, and line lengths before committing to the final layout.
Pairing guidance: Consider Space Grotesk for body copy, navigation, or interface text, Inter for body copy, navigation, or interface text, and DM Mono for code, data, labels, or technical details, assigning each family a distinct role alongside Datatype.
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Datatype at a glance
Frank Tisellano
SIL Open Font License 1.1
March 2026
March 2026
9 (9 weights)
Yes: width 50–150, weight 100–900
Monospace
2
Google Fonts
All 9 Datatype styles
| Weight | Name | Upright |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | Thin | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 200 | ExtraLight | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 300 | Light | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 400 | Regular | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 500 | Medium | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 600 | SemiBold | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 700 | Bold | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 800 | ExtraBold | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 900 | Black | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
Datatype character map
Which languages does Datatype support?
Datatype includes 2 character sets:
- Latin: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and other Western European languages
- Latin Extended: Central and Eastern European languages such as Polish, Czech, Turkish, Romanian and Hungarian
It does not include Cyrillic or Greek characters, so it can't set Russian, Ukrainian or Greek text.
Can I use Datatype commercially?
Yes, it's free for personal and commercial use. Datatype is released under the SIL Open Font License 1.1. You can use it in logos, websites, apps, videos, printed products and merchandise without paying or asking permission. The one thing you can't do is sell the font file on its own.