Alif Type

Alif Type is a type foundry that specializes in Arabic and mathematical typefaces.

Alif Type’s vision is to adapt and develop technology to meet the needs and aesthetics of Arabic script in a digital world instead of simplifying the Arabic script to fit into a mold formed by technical limitations. Alif Type typefaces often pioneer using type design technologies in novel ways, and we always try to push the technology forward for the benefit of Arabic type users and designers.

Alif Type develops many free and open-source typefaces and offers custom type design services, as well as font and font tools development for others.

Alif Type was founded by Khaled Hosny, an Egyptian based in Cairo. Khaled studied medicine and worked as a doctor for a while before pursuing a career in type design and development, as well as developing text layout and font handling software. Khaled is an active contributor to many free and open-source projects, especially in areas related to Arabic support.