NHL Font – Free Download (OTF, TTF, SVG)
About NHL
NHL is a bold, geometric techno font designed by Jayde Garrow that combines sharp angles with modern industrial aesthetics. The typeface features distinctive, angular letterforms that evoke a contemporary, tech-forward energy perfect for forward-thinking brands and designs. With its strong personality and uniform stroke weights, NHL delivers maximum impact whether displayed large or integrated into complex compositions. This font excels at grabbing attention while maintaining excellent legibility across digital and print mediums.
Best Uses for NHL
NHL is ideal for technology-focused branding, gaming logos, esports team identities, and futuristic poster designs that demand visual impact. The font shines in vinyl decal projects, t-shirt graphics, and Cricut crafting applications where bold, distinctive lettering commands attention. Its geometric precision also makes it an excellent choice for signage, packaging, digital interfaces, and any project requiring a cutting-edge, modern aesthetic.
What Fonts Pair Well With NHL?
NHL pairs beautifully with Roboto, a clean, modern sans-serif that balances NHL's angular energy with geometric harmony. For contrast, consider pairing it with Lato, whose warm, friendly curves complement NHL's sharp techno aesthetic. For a bold combination, Space Mono provides an equally striking monospace partner that reinforces the contemporary mood without competing for dominance.
License & Commercial Use
NHL is 100% free for commercial use. You are permitted to use this font in logos, branding materials, print publications, digital projects, websites, mobile apps, and merchandise without restriction. Commercial applications including client work, business branding, packaging, and product design are all fully supported. The only restriction is reselling the font files themselves. Always provide credit to designer Jayde Garrow when possible, though it is not legally required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NHL free for commercial use?
Yes, absolutely. NHL is 100% free for all commercial applications including logos, branding, print, digital, web projects, apps, merchandise, and client work. You only cannot resell the font files themselves.
What file formats does NHL come in?
NHL is available in standard font formats compatible with all major operating systems and design software. Most free fonts are distributed as TTF (TrueType) or OTF (OpenType) files, ensuring compatibility with Adobe Creative Suite, Cricut Design Space, and virtually all other design applications.
What fonts pair well with NHL?
Roboto, Lato, and Space Mono are excellent pairings for NHL. See the Font Pairing section above for detailed recommendations on creating harmonious font combinations with this techno typeface.
Can I use NHL for Cricut and vinyl cutting projects?
Yes, NHL works perfectly for Cricut projects and vinyl decals. The bold, geometric letterforms cut cleanly and maintain excellent definition at any size. Use the VectorDad Word Art Generator to convert NHL text into SVG files optimized for Cricut Design Space.
How to Install NHL
- Download the NHL font file from VectorDad.com and save it to your computer.
- Unzip the downloaded file to extract the font file (usually .ttf or .otf format).
- Double-click the NHL font file to open the font preview window.
- Click the "Install" button to add NHL to your system's font library.
- NHL is now available in all design applications—no restart required for most software.
Use NHL With VectorDad Tools
Maximize NHL's potential with the VectorDad Word Art Generator, which instantly converts your NHL text into SVG files ready for Cricut cutting and vinyl applications. For curved and circular text effects, try the Curved Text Generator to create professional-quality designs that bend NHL's geometric forms around custom paths.
