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PDF font checker

List the fonts used in a PDF and find those that are not embedded.

  • Free
  • No sign-up
  • Works on any device

About PDF font checker

Reads a PDF and lists every font it uses, along with whether each one is embedded in the file. Fonts that are not embedded are replaced by whatever the viewer has, which is why a document can reflow or show odd letters on another computer. Printers often ask for this check before accepting artwork.

How to use PDF font checker

  1. Open the PDF you want to inspect.
  2. Read the list of fonts used and see which ones are marked as not embedded.
  3. Note the missing fonts so you can re-export the PDF with fonts embedded.

Why use this tool?

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Frequently asked questions

What does an unembedded font mean for my PDF?

The file only names the font, so another computer may substitute a different one. Text can shift, wrap differently or show wrong symbols. Re-export the PDF with fonts embedded to fix it.

How do I fix a font that is not embedded?

Go back to the program that made the PDF, such as Word or InDesign, and turn on the option to embed all fonts when exporting or printing to PDF. Then export again and recheck the file here.

Do standard fonts like Arial need to be embedded?

Common fonts often show fine on most computers, but embedding is still the safe choice for printing. A printer or another device that lacks the font may substitute another one and change your layout.

Is PDF font checker free?

Yes. PDF font checker on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is it safe to use?

Yes. Everything is worked out in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent to our server.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

Do I need an account?

No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

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