Erode

Erode is a serif named after a city in Tamil Nadu, with clear stroke contrast, long ascenders, and open letter shapes. It is aimed at editorial designers who want eye-catching pull quotes and headlines, and five weights with italics give it range.

Designed by
Nikhil Ranganathan
Foundry
Indian Type Foundry
Styles
5 weights

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Erode FAQ

Is Erode free for commercial use?

Erode is available from Fontshare for free. Check the license bundled with the download for the exact commercial-use terms before shipping.

Is Erode on Google Fonts?

Erode isn't part of the Google Fonts library. It's distributed by Fontshare.

How do I download Erode?

You can download Erode for free directly from Fontshare. Use the download button at the top of this page to grab the latest version.

What fonts pair well with Erode?

Erode pairs beautifully with a contrasting typeface — pair a display or heading font with a neutral body font for the strongest hierarchy. Scroll down to the "Font Pairings" section on this page for curated, ready-to-use combinations that work well with Erode, or open any pair in the Fontpair Playground to preview it live with your own copy.

What is Erode best used for?

Erode is a versatile typeface suited to a wide range of design work. It works well for user interfaces, marketing sites, product copy, and body text that needs to stay readable at small sizes.