Custom Typeface
About Typeji
Studio
Typeji is a New York–based type foundry founded by TienMin Liao. The studio develops retail Latin typefaces for use across from editorial, branding, to display. In addition to its retail library, Typeji takes on selected custom projects in wordmark refinement and bespoke typeface design, while also developing exploratory Kanji and Hanzi prototypes as part of its broader typographic practice.
About TienMin Liao:
TienMin studied type design at The Cooper Union and has collaborated with foundries and design studios including Commercial Type, Sharp Type, Colophon, Pentagram, and Wolff Olins. She has also served on the juries of TDC 71, TDC Ascenders, and the ADC Awards.
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Language Support
Each Typeji font is designed with broad Latin language support in mind, with Latin Extended-A included as standard. Selected families offer wider coverage, including Vietnamese and Taiwanese Romanization. Typeji also develops exploratory Hanzi/Kanji prototypes for selected research and custom projects.
Objects
Beyond the screen, Typeji occasionally releases small-batch printed and physical editions, from sticker sheets and pins to booklets, as ways of carrying typographic ideas into everyday objects.
Contact
If you have questions about licensing, pricing, or technical matters, feel free to reach out to: abc@typeji.com
Commissions
Alongside the Typeji font library, the studio takes on selected custom work, including:
○ Wordmark refinement
○ Letterform optimization for specific uses
○ Bespoke type systems for branding projects
Projects may support both global identity systems and language-specific applications, such as:
○ Latin script extension
○ Logotype localization for East Asian markets
○ Hanzi/Kanji lettering
Licensing
Licensing Overview
Typeji’s licensing philosophy centers on clarity, fairness, and responsible use. Fonts are not sold outright—instead, we offer perpetual, non-transferable licenses that grant users long-term rights to use the fonts in specific ways, as defined in the invoice and any relevant license addenda (Desktop, Web, App, Logo Trademark).
Licenses are priced based on company size, measured by total staff headcount. This structure helps ensure appropriate scale of use while keeping licensing straightforward and predictable.
We’re happy to customize licenses for specific use cases or scale with your growth. If you’re unsure what kind of license you need, feel free to get in touch—we’re happy to help.
Licensing Structure
Typeji’s license structure is modular, anchored by an EULA Base and supplemented by distinct addenda for different use cases: Desktop, Web, App, and Logo Trademark. Each addendum defines its own terms—such as user count, web domains, app downloads, or trademark registration—and must be selected and licensed separately.
Trial Fonts
Trial Fonts Overview
Thank you for your interest in our typefaces! Trial fonts may be used for testing, student projects, or private client proposals. The trial package includes the entire library, provided in OTF format, marked “Trial” and
featuring a limited character set:
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
0123456789.,:;!¡?¿-‚„“”‘’«»‹›”’@
ÀÁÂÄÅÆÇÐÈÉÊËÌÍÎÏÑÒÓÔÖØŒẞÞÙÚÛÜÝŸ
àáâäåæçðèéêëìíîïñòóôöøœßþùúûüýÿ
If a character you need for testing is not included, feel free to email us with what you would like to try. For any use beyond testing, evaluation, or client pitches, please purchase the appropriate license.
Download Trial Fonts
FAQ
Licensing
What is a font license?
A font license lets you use a font in specific ways—you don’t actually own the font. It’s a one-time payment for ongoing use, with no recurring fees. If your usage grows, you might need to upgrade your license. All licenses are worldwide and never expire.
Who is the licensee?
The licensee is the person or company granted the right to use the fonts under the license. Only the licensee may use the fonts in accordance with the terms of the license. If you’re buying a license for a client, your client—not you—should be listed as the licensee.
Where do I find the font licensing agreements?
You can find the full licensing terms on this page, or download a PDF version here.
What license do I need if I use your font to design a logo?
A Desktop license covers logo design and use when the logo will not be registered or trademarked. The license may be purchased by the designer or the client. If the logo will be registered or trademarked, the client must purchase a separate Logo Trademark license.
Can I modify the letterforms to create a logo?
Yes! You can modify the outlined letterforms in design programs (like Illustrator or InDesign) for your logo. You cannot modify the font software files (OTF, WOFF2).
What kind of license do I need to create social media posts?
A Desktop license covers social media posts.
I’ve purchased a single style before. Can I get a discount if I upgrade to the full family?
Yes! Just email us your invoice and we’ll help with the upgrade.
General
Can I get a refund if I change my mind?
Sorry, no. All font license purchases are final.
Do you offer a student discount?
Yes! Students can use trial fonts for “school projects” with attribution (please credit Typeji Foundry, e.g., @typeji). For commercial use, students can get a 50% discount on full fonts—just email us with a valid student ID and your school email.
Do you offer trial fonts?
Yes! You can download them here.
Can I modify your fonts?
No, you can’t edit the font files / font software (OTF, WOFF2). But you can modify the outlined letterforms in design programs like Illustrator or InDesign. If you’re interested in customizing our fonts, feel free to get in touch.
What does Typeji mean?
Typeji comes from “Type” and the character 字 (pronounced “Ji” in Taiwanese), which also means “type.”
Why do some fonts have version names?
Version names indicate that a font family is still growing. New versions may be released over time, and customers who purchased earlier versions will receive future updates.
Kanji/Hanzi
Is the Kanji/Hanzi prototype included in the font?
No, it’s not included. But if you want to create a logo, show titles, or game titles using the prototype style, you can license a small character set. Feel free to email us with your request.
Why are they called prototypes?
They’re called prototypes because they include a very limited set of characters and mainly showcase the style. They’re not meant for daily use, which would require thousands of characters.
How much does it cost to commission a Chinese/Japanese logo in the prototype style?
It depends on usage, timeframe, design requirements, and project complexity. Feel free to get in touch.
What is CJK type?
CJK refers to Chinese, Japanese, and Korean type. Here are some great articles about it from Google Knowledge.
Can I see examples of past work?
Yes, please contact us for the portfolio.
What if I need a full Kanji/Hanzi typeface?
We don't design complete CJK typefaces — that requires a much larger team and a multi-year timeline.
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