Licensing
Fonts from The Northern Block are available under a range of licence types designed to suit different media and usage. Each licence defines how and where a font can be used — from desktop applications to websites, apps, Canva and broadcasting.
Desktop Licence
For use in desktop applications such as Adobe Creative Cloud or Microsoft Office to create static assets — including print materials, logos, and images.
Each licence covers a set number of users or workstations.
Common uses: posters, packaging, documents, social media graphics, PDFs.
Web Licence
For embedding fonts on a website using @font-face.
Web licences are domain-specific with no time-limit, priced according to monthly page views.
Page-view tiers:
- Up to 10,000 monthly views — base rate
- Up to 100,000 monthly views — ×5
- Up to 500,000 monthly views — ×15
- Up to 1,000,000 monthly views — ×20
- Over 1,000,000 monthly views — custom licence
Each licence includes subdomains for the licensed domain.
Additional domains require separate licences.
Canva Licence
This licence allows you to upload fonts to one Canva account for creating editable designs, templates, and social-media content for a single brand or project.
Licenses are per user and per Canva account
App Licence
Covers embedding the font within a software application, game, or digital product where the font is installed or distributed with the app.
Licences are per title and per platform (iOS, Android, Windows, etc.).
Common uses: mobile apps, ebooks, embedded interfaces.
Logo Licence
Required when a font is converted into a custom wordmark or registered brand logo.
This licence allows for the brand to use the logotype across all media and distribution channels.
Note: This licence is for logo creation only and does not cover general font usage.
Broadcast Licence
For use in motion graphics, film, TV, or online streaming.
Covers use in title sequences, credits, lower thirds, and on-screen branding.
Common uses: TV shows, advertising campaigns, film titles, YouTube intros.
Enterprise & Custom Licences
For large organisations or unique usage scenarios — such as multi-domain web use, OEM embedding, or extended character set development.
Please contact us for a tailored agreement.
FontRadar
We work with FontRadar, an independent service that helps monitor font usage and licensing. It allows us to confirm that fonts are used within their licence terms and ensures all projects remain compliant.
FontRadar is designed to protect both clients and designers — it’s a quick, respectful way to verify licensing when projects grow or change during the use of the font.
FAQ
What is a Desktop License?
A Desktop License allows you to use the font on your desktop computer for creating print materials such as brochures, posters, business cards, logos, and other graphic designs. It is licensed for one user on up to 5 computers within the same network.
Can I use the font in a logo with a Desktop License?
Yes, you can use the font in a logo for general business purposes under the Desktop License. However, if you intend to register the logo as a trademark, you’ll need a Logo License.
Can I modify or resell the font?
No. Fonts may not be altered or redistributed without permission.
Can I share the font with my clients?
Clients who need to edit or reuse the font must hold their own licence.
What is a web license?
A web licence allows you to embed a font on your website using @font-face, so visitors see the correct typeface when viewing your pages online.
It covers one domain (including its subdomains) and lets you host the font files on your own server — there’s no renewal required. Pricing is based on your site’s monthly page views.
What is a logo license?
A logo licence gives you permission to use a font to create a custom word-mark or registered logo.
Once you’ve converted the font into artwork (for example, outlined text in Illustrator), this licence allows the resulting logo to be used across all media — including print, digital, packaging, advertising, and broadcast.
Does my Adobe Fonts subscription cover Canva?
No. Adobe Fonts covers Adobe applications only. Uploading fonts to Canva requires a direct licence.
Can I use one Canva licence for multiple clients?
No. Each brand or project needs its own Canva upload licence.
Can my client access the fonts in Canva?
Yes — as long as the templates remain inside a single Canva account.
Need help choosing the right licence?
Email us at info@thenorthernblock.co.uk with details of your project.