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In reimagining letterforms,

Nikolas Type seeks to propose a fresh balance of structure and fluidity, the past and the future.

Our typeface catalogue builds upon a foundation of refined shapes and considered details, creating an idiosyncratic voice for communication of all forms. The type foundry, established by Nikolas Wrobel, creates and distributes retail and bespoke typefaces for analog and digital media.

For bespoke typefaces, and any questions beyond the FAQ below, please do not hesitate to contact us.

FAQ

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Font Licensing

How does your font licensing work?

Desktop and Web usage are always included.

Use the fonts across logos, websites, branding systems, social media, marketing materials, packaging, presentations, editorial projects, and interactive content such as videos, motion graphics, streaming content, and more.

All licenses include lifetime updates.

Simply choose the license tier that matches your organization size and intended usage.

License tiers are based on the size of the organization using the fonts, rather than the number of individual designers involved in a project.

Why are Nikolas Type licenses based on company size?

We believe licensing should be simple, transparent and fair.

Instead of charging based on views, impressions or unpredictable metrics, our licenses are tied to the size of the organization using the fonts. This keeps licensing straightforward and lets you focus on your work.

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Licensing Information

How do I choose the right license?

Choose the license tier that matches your organization's size and intended usage. License tiers are based on the size of the organization using the fonts, rather than the number of individual designers involved in a project. If you're purchasing a license on behalf of a client, simply select the tier that matches the client's organization size.


What if I'm unsure which tier I need?

If you're unsure which employee tier is right for your organization, just send us a message. We'll happily help you find the right license. We'd much rather answer a quick question than have you guess.




Can I use the fonts for client work?

Yes. You may create work for clients of any size. If the fonts are used directly by the client organization, the license tier must match the size of that organization.


Do nonprofits, museums and educational institutions qualify?

Yes. Our licenses are available to nonprofits, museums, educational institutions, cultural organizations, agencies and commercial businesses alike. Simply choose the license tier that best matches your organization's size and intended usage.

Who becomes the license owner?

The license always belongs to the organization that will use the fonts. Whether you're purchasing for yourself or on behalf of a client, simply choose the employee tier that matches the final license owner.

If you're ever unsure, don't hesitate to reach out. We'd be delighted to help.

Can freelancers or external collaborators access the font files?

Yes. All Company and Enterprise licenses automatically include Third Party Rights, allowing you to share the font files with freelancers, contractors, agencies and other external collaborators working on your behalf.

Our goal is to make collaboration as simple and frictionless as possible, without unnecessary licensing complexity.

If you're using an Independent or Studio license and require Third Party Rights, we'd be happy to help you upgrade your license. Simply get in touch—we'd love to hear about your project.

What if my company grows or I need to upgrade my license?

No problem.

Every situation is different. If your organization grows, simply get in touch. We'll look at your specific circumstances together and recommend the most appropriate solution.

In many cases, upgrading simply means paying the difference to the next employee tier. In others, an upgrade may not be necessary at all.

We'd much rather find a fair and straightforward solution than create unnecessary licensing complexity.

For further Information, please find our full End User License Agreement (EULA) here.

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Font Customization

Can I customize or modify a Nikolas Type font?

Yes — through Nikolas Type. We'd love to hear about your project. We regularly create bespoke modifications for clients of all sizes. Depending on your needs, this can include:

— Language extensions and additional glyphs

— Custom characters and brand-specific symbols

— UI and UX icon integration

— Custom OpenType features

— Adjusted spacing, metrics and kerning

— Modified numerals or punctuation

— Alternate letterforms and stylistic variants

— Custom font names and family naming

— Technical optimizations for specific workflows

— Fully bespoke type development

To protect the integrity and technical quality of the typeface, modifications to the original font software and letterforms can only be carried out by Nikolas Type and require a custom license. If you have something unusual in mind, we'd love to hear about it. Every project is different, and we're always happy to explore what's possible together.

Why do you offer custom modifications?

Every brand has unique needs. Rather than allowing modifications to the font software by third parties, we offer professionally crafted customizations that preserve the quality, consistency and long-term integrity of the typeface. This ensures every custom version meets the same technical and design standards as the original.

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Custom Type Design

Every brand has a unique voice. While our retail library offers carefully crafted typefaces for a wide range of applications, some projects call for something entirely their own.

Nikolas Type offers bespoke type design by commission—from subtle modifications and language extensions to completely custom typeface families and long-term typographic systems. Every project is developed collaboratively, balancing aesthetics, functionality and technical excellence.

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Absolut Grotesk

What is Absolut Grotesk (A.G.)?

Absolut Grotesk (A.G.) is an upcoming variable typeface by Nikolas Type. Designed as a highly functional typographic system, it combines the studio's distinctive expressionist sensibility with the clarity and versatility of a contemporary neo-grotesque. Featuring multiple variable axes alongside matching mono and italic styles, A.G. was developed to serve demanding editorial, branding, interface and signage applications while preserving the subtle texture and character that define Nikolas Type.

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Font features & Services

Can I ask Nikolas Type for feedback on my typography?

Absolutely. We care about the work after the download.

We'd be delighted to take a look at your work and share thoughtful feedback whenever it may help. Most projects already make wonderful use of our typefaces, but sometimes even a small refinement in hierarchy, spacing, composition or type usage can make a remarkable difference.

Our goal is never to redesign your work, but to help every Nikolas Type project reach its full potential.

Why do you offer feedback on typography?

Typography is rarely about right or wrong. More often, it's about discovering small opportunities that help an idea communicate more clearly. We genuinely enjoy these conversations and are always happy to share another pair of experienced eyes whenever it may be useful.

What font file formats do you deliever after a purchase?

Our fonts will be delivered as .OTF (Open Type Format) and .WOFF (Web Open Font Format), supporting all operating systems from macOS, Windows to Linux.

What languages does your fonts support?

Our fonts support 32 Latin languages including: Afrikaans, Basque, Breton, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English Estonian, Finnish, French, Gaelic (Irish, Scots) German, Hungarian, Icelandic, Indonesian, Irish, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Saami (Southern), Serbian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish and Turkish.

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Payment system

How does your payment system work?

We process payment through your credit card, your PayPal or ApplePay account. All transactions are securely processed through Shopify.

What currency do you operate in?

We operate in EUR.

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