Original author unknown, shared via the NexFonts Library
Mean Serif brings a classic, editorial feel to serif type. Designers reach for a face like this for editorial layouts, books, and luxury branding. It covers a single style and 209 glyphs and adapts to print and screen. The original designer is not clearly identified in the available font metadata. It is released under the Public Domain / CC0, so it is free to use in personal and commercial work. The license file is included with the download.
Based on its serif style, Mean Serif works well for:
Mean Serif is listed as a free download. Always review the included licence before using it, especially for commercial projects.
Only if its license permits commercial use. Check the license details on this page before using Mean Serif for logos, products or advertising. If the terms are unclear, choose a font with explicit commercial rights.
Mean Serif is a serif font, which makes it a natural fit for editorial design, branding, logos and similar work. Use the live preview above to test it with your own text.
See the character map above for the glyphs included. Mean Serif lists 209 glyphs across 1 style. Not every font includes every language or symbol, so check the map before using it for specific characters.
Download the font, unzip it if needed, then install the .ttf or .otf file. The step by step guide below covers Windows, macOS and Linux, with mobile guides in the Help Center.
Tested combinations that read well next to Mean Serif.