DejaVu Sans
sans-serif
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DejaVu Sans is a clean, neutral sans-serif typeface built for broad compatibility and consistent readability across screen and print environments. Its letterforms are open and well-spaced, with a slightly humanist quality that keeps it from feeling overly mechanical or cold. The x-height is generous, which helps legibility at smaller sizes, and the stroke weight is balanced enough to work comfortably in both body text and UI labels. It carries no strong stylistic personality of its own, which is actually a strength in many contexts where the font needs to stay out of the way and let content do the talking.
DejaVu Sans works well as the default interface font for desktop applications and operating systems, where broad Unicode coverage and reliable rendering across different platforms matter more than visual flair. It is a solid choice for technical documentation, code editors, and developer tools where clarity and consistency are priorities. It also suits accessibility-focused projects, since its open letterforms and clear character differentiation reduce confusion for readers with dyslexia or low vision, making it practical for government websites or public-facing information portals.
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DejaVu Sans at a glance
SIL Open Font License 1.1
May 2023
4 (2 weights + italics)
Sans Serif
1
Fontsource (open source)
All 4 DejaVu Sans styles
| Weight | Name | Upright | Italic |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 | Regular | Aa Bb Gg 123 | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
| 700 | Bold | Aa Bb Gg 123 | Aa Bb Gg 123 |
DejaVu Sans character map
Which languages does DejaVu Sans support?
DejaVu Sans includes one character set:
- Latin: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and other Western European languages
It does not include Cyrillic or Greek characters, so it can't set Russian, Ukrainian or Greek text.
Can I use DejaVu Sans commercially?
Yes, it's free for personal and commercial use. DejaVu Sans 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.