Proxima Nova
A modern geometric sans-serif bridging the gap between Futura and Akzidenz-Grotesk. One of the most popular web fonts in the world.
- Designed by
- Mark Simonson
- Foundry
- Mark Simonson Studio
- Category
- sans-serif
- Styles
- 9 weights
Free alternatives to Proxima Nova
The best free alternative to Proxima Nova is Figtree, a clean geometric sans with the same friendly, open shapes. Nunito Sans and Montserrat are close too.
- Figtree (Close match) Clean and friendly with Proxima Nova's open shapes. Weights from 300 to 900.
- Nunito Sans (Close match) Soft, even letters with weights from 200 to 1000. Good for interfaces and body text.
- Montserrat (Close match) Wider and more geometric, with 9 weights. Good for headlines.
Websites that use Proxima Nova
Proxima Nova FAQ
Is Proxima Nova free for commercial use?
Proxima Nova is a commercial typeface from Mark Simonson Studio. A paid license is required for commercial projects — you can purchase it from the foundry directly.
Is Proxima Nova on Google Fonts?
Proxima Nova isn't part of the Google Fonts library. It's distributed by Mark Simonson Studio.
How do I download Proxima Nova?
Proxima Nova is a commercial font — you'll need to purchase a license from the foundry to download the font files.
What fonts pair well with Proxima Nova?
Proxima Nova 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 Proxima Nova, or open any pair in the Fontpair Playground to preview it live with your own copy.
What is Proxima Nova best used for?
Proxima Nova is a sans-serif typeface. It works well for editorial layouts, long-form reading, and elegant brand systems.