What are system fonts and should I use them?

System fonts are the default fonts that come with operating systems—like San Francisco on iOS or Roboto on Android.

  • Pros: Fast loading, native feel, no licensing needed.

  • Cons: Less branding flexibility.

Use system fonts if performance or platform-native feel is a priority.

Want font pairing tips? See our blog How to pair fonts?.

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