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Sina Nova is a slim sans serif font from Hoftype, and it is the slimmer sister of the Sina font. It has a larger x-height, which keeps it open at small sizes. The font is free for personal use, and commercial work needs a license.
About the Sina Nova font
Each style includes small caps, several kinds of numerals and matching currency symbols. The font covers uppercase, lowercase, numbers and some special characters, plus alternate forms. It supports languages from Western, Central and Eastern Europe.
The Sina Nova Font Family is designed and shared by Hoftype. Its clean shapes make it a practical choice for text that has to stay readable in small sizes, not only for display headings.
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Font info Table
| Name | Sina Nova Font Family |
| Style | Sans serif |
| Designer | Hof type |
| File Format | OTF,TTF |
| Font Licence | Free for Personal use. |
| Type | Freeware Version. |
License Information
The Sina Nova Font Family is free for personal use. Commercial work needs a license, so check the terms before you use it on logos, merch or paid projects. You can review the options under purchasing a commercial license.
How to use Sina Nova font
Unzip the download first. On Windows, right-click the font file and choose Install. On a Mac, double-click the file and select Install Font in Font Book. Restart your design app if the font does not appear in its list.
In Canva, check the font menu first. If the font is missing and your plan allows uploads, upload the file. If not, type the text in a desktop app, export a PNG and place that image in Canva.
Designers use this type for invitations, stationery, business cards, book covers and social posts. Its open shapes help at small sizes, so it can also work for body text in a flyer. Products you sell, such as t-shirts, count as commercial use, so check the license first.
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FAQ
What is the Sina Nova font?
Sina Nova is a sans serif font from Hoftype. It is the slimmer sister of Sina, with a larger x-height for small text.
Is Sina Nova free to use?
It is free for personal use. For commercial use, such as logos or products you sell, check the license before you start.
Which file formats does Sina Nova come in?
The font comes in OTF and TTF formats. Both install the same way, using the steps above.