Licensing & Core Factoid Summary
ChunkFive is a Sans-Serif typeface designed by Meredith Mandel, published under Open Source (SIL OFL) . Includes 1 weight(s)/style(s). Last verified: 2026-06-06.
License Type Open Source (SIL OFL)
Commercial Rights Open Source · Commercial & Derivative Allowed
Designer / Foundry Meredith Mandel
Web & App Embedding Allowed in CSS & App Bundles
About This Font
ChunkFive is a bold, slab-serif typeface designed by Meredith Mandel and released by The League of Moveable Type under the SIL Open Font License (OFL). This sturdy, retro-inspired font features thick, blocky letterforms with a distinct 19th-century wood type aesthetic, making it ideal for headlines, posters, and display use. It supports Latin script and English language, offering a single Regular weight in OTF and WOFF formats. Please note that ChunkFive does not include Chinese or CJK characters.
Key Features
- Bold slab-serif design with heavy, rectangular strokes and minimal contrast
- Single Regular weight, optimized for large display sizes and headlines
- Inspired by 19th-century wood type posters, giving a vintage, rugged feel
- Available in OTF and WOFF formats for broad compatibility
- Licensed under SIL Open Font License (OFL), allowing free use, modification, and redistribution
Recommended Use Cases
Headlines and titles for retro-themed posters, flyers, and banners Branding for breweries, diners, or vintage-style businesses Large display text in editorial layouts or magazine covers Logos and wordmarks requiring a bold, impactful presence Decorative elements in web design for hero sections or call-to-action buttons
Font Information
- Font Family
- ChunkFive
- Font Type
- Sans-serif
- Designer
- Meredith Mandel
- Foundry
- The League of Moveable Type
- License
- OFL
- File Formats
- OTF, WOFF
- Font Weights
- Regular
- File Size
- 0.04 MB
- Release Date
- 2025-06-19
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-06
Copyright
Copyright © 2018 by Meredith Mandel. All rights reserved.
Tags
chunkfive Regular Sans-serif Latin English
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ChunkFive free for commercial use?
Under the listed "OFL" license, ChunkFive may be used in commercial projects when you follow the license terms. Review the full license on this page before downloading. You can also read our license guide: /en/licenses/ofl.
Which languages does ChunkFive support?
Based on character-coverage data, ChunkFive primarily supports: Latin, English. Exact glyphs depend on the font files—check the language coverage section on this page.
Can I embed ChunkFive on my website?
Yes, you can embed ChunkFive on websites using the provided WOFF format, or by self-hosting the OTF file with appropriate @font-face CSS. The OFL permits web embedding without additional fees.
What file formats are available for ChunkFive?
ChunkFive is available in OTF (OpenType) and WOFF (Web Open Font Format) formats, suitable for both desktop and web use.
Can I modify ChunkFive and redistribute it?
Yes, under the OFL you can modify the font and redistribute it, provided you rename the modified version and do not sell it alone. Credit to the original designer is required.
How do I download ChunkFive from FontHubs?
ChunkFive is available for free download on FontHubs without membership. Simply visit the font page and click the download button to get the OTF and WOFF files.