Redaction 70
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Redaction 70 is a serif typeface built around the visual language of redacted government documents, where text has been obscured by thick black bars. The "70" variant refers to the opacity or weight of that redaction effect applied directly to the letterforms, resulting in characters that feel partially erased or censored. The overall appearance is deliberately distressed and conceptual, sitting somewhere between legible text and visual obstruction. It carries a strong graphic identity, leaning into themes of secrecy, surveillance, and institutional bureaucracy. This is not a neutral or versatile workhorse font — it has a specific mood and works best when that mood is the point.
Given its distinctive nature, Redaction 70 fits well in editorial and art-direction contexts where typography is meant to carry narrative weight. A publication or website covering investigative journalism, privacy rights, or government transparency could use it in display headlines to immediately signal its subject matter. It also works for creative portfolios, experimental music projects, or gallery exhibitions where a raw, conceptual aesthetic is expected. On merchandise or poster design for events tied to digital rights, hacking culture, or political commentary, it can serve as an immediate visual shorthand without needing much supporting explanation.
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Redaction 70 at a glance
SIL Open Font License 1.1
April 2024
4 (2 weights + italics)
Serif
1
Fontsource (open source)
All 4 Redaction 70 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 |
Redaction 70 character map
Which languages does Redaction 70 support?
Redaction 70 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 Redaction 70 commercially?
Yes, it's free for personal and commercial use. Redaction 70 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.