What formats can I convert to PFB?

You can convert from any major font format including TTF, OTF, WOFF, WOFF2, EOT, SVG, DFont, and PFB to PFB. Our converter automatically detects the source format.

Is PFB the best format for my use case?

PostScript Type 1 (PFB) is suitable for specific use cases depending on your requirements. Choose the format that best matches your target platform and requirements.

Will conversion affect font quality?

The conversion preserves all font data including outlines, glyphs, and metrics. For WOFF/WOFF2, lossless compression is used.

Can I convert multiple fonts at once?

Yes, use our batch conversion feature to upload multiple font files and convert them all to your target format simultaneously. You can also export to multiple formats at once.

What CSS code will I get?

We automatically generate @font-face CSS code for your PFB files. This includes proper format declarations and fallbacks for optimal browser support.

Will my font's OpenType features work after conversion?

Yes, all OpenType features are preserved during conversion to PFB. This includes ligatures, kerning pairs, alternate glyphs, small caps, and other advanced typography features. The conversion process adapts the container format while preserving all font data.

Can I convert commercial/licensed fonts?

You can convert commercial fonts for testing purposes, but you must purchase the appropriate web font license before using them on a live website. Font licenses are format-specific – a desktop license doesn't automatically grant web usage rights. Always check your license agreement or contact the foundry.

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About PostScript Type 1

Everything you need to know about PFB fonts

Target Format

PostScript Type 1

PostScript Type 1 Binary (PFB) is an Adobe font format used primarily for professional printing. It offers high-quality rendering and was the standard for desktop publishing before TrueType and OpenType became dominant.

Why Convert to PFB?

Professional printing and desktop publishing

High-quality rendering for print materials

Working with Adobe PostScript workflows

Supporting legacy publishing systems

How to Convert Font to PFB

Simple 3-step process that takes less than a minute

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Select your font file from any supported format (TTF, OTF, WOFF, WOFF2, EOT, SVG, DFONT) or drag and drop it into the converter above.

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Click the convert button and our tool will process your font file in server RAM only. Files are processed and immediately deleted - never written to disk.

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Your converted PFB file will be ready immediately. Download it and use it in your project.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about converting to PFB

1Why convert your font to PFB (PostScript Type 1)?

PFB is only needed for very old PostScript printers or legacy print workflows from the 1990s. Modern print systems use TTF, OTF, or PDF embedding. Only convert to PFB if you have specific RIP software that requires PostScript Type 1 fonts.

2Does PFB work better for printing than your font?

No. Modern print workflows handle TTF perfectly. PostScript Type 1 (PFB) is obsolete – Adobe stopped developing it in 1999. Current printers, RIPs, and PDF workflows all support TTF natively with better results.

3Can I use PFB fonts on my computer?

Most modern operating systems have dropped PFB support. Windows 10+ and macOS 10.13+ don't install PFB fonts properly. Stick with TTF or OTF for desktop use. PFB is legacy print-only.

4Will converting to PFB improve print quality?

No. Print quality depends on the font design and resolution, not the format. TTF and PFB produce identical printed output. Modern print systems actually prefer TTF because it's more widely supported.

5Does PFB support OpenType features?

No. PostScript Type 1 predates OpenType by decades. You lose all OpenType features (ligatures, alternates, stylistic sets) when converting TTF to PFB. This is a major downgrade.

6Are PFB files smaller than your font?

Sometimes, but not meaningfully. PFB uses binary encoding which can be slightly more compact, but the difference is negligible. For web use, WOFF2 is 60-70% smaller than either. For print, file size doesn't matter.

File Size Examples

See how file sizes change when converting to PFB

Original	Converted (PFB)	Change	Notes
150 KB (TTF)	145 KB (PFB)	-3% smaller	PostScript binary encoding similar size
300 KB (TTF)	285 KB (PFB)	-5% smaller	Minimal size difference
80 KB (TTF)	82 KB (PFB)	+3% larger	Small files may be slightly larger
600 KB (TTF)	570 KB (PFB)	-5% smaller	Consistent compression across sizes

Performance Benefits

Key performance metrics for PFB format

File Size Change:-3-5% smaller
Minimal difference; PostScript binary encoding
Desktop Support:0% modern systems
Windows 10+/macOS 10.13+ dropped PFB support
Performance:Non-functional
PFB doesn't install on modern operating systems
Compatibility Loss:-100%
TTF works everywhere; PFB works nowhere in 2024
Modernization Value:Negative
Converting modern TTF to 1990s PostScript is absurd
Recommendation:Never convert
Keep TTF; PFB is obsolete (Adobe stopped development in 1999)

Implementation Examples

Production-ready code for PFB fonts

Desktop Font Installation

Installing PFB fonts on your system

/* PFB Font Installation Instructions
   * 
   * Windows:
   * 1. Right-click the pfb file
   * 2. Click "Install" or "Install for all users"
   * 3. Font available in all applications
   *
   * macOS:
   * 1. Double-click the pfb file
   * 2. Click "Install Font" in Font Book
   * 3. Font available system-wide
   *
   * Linux:
   * 1. Copy pfb file to ~/.fonts/ or /usr/share/fonts/
   * 2. Run: fc-cache -f -v
   * 3. Font available in all applications
   *
   * Use in applications:
   * Select font from dropdown in:
   * - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
   * - Word, PowerPoint, Excel
   * - Any desktop application
   */

Browser Compatibility

Which browsers support PFB fonts

Browser	Support	Notes
Desktop Use	N/A	PFB is for desktop applications, not browsers
Windows	Varies	Check PFB compatibility with your Windows version
macOS	Varies	Check PFB compatibility with your macOS version
Linux	Varies	Check PFB compatibility with your distribution

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions to problems when converting to PFB

PFB doesn't install on Windows 10/11

Windows 10+ has dropped PostScript Type 1 (PFB) support. The font won't install or will install with errors. Modern Windows requires TTF or OTF. If you need fonts on modern systems, keep TTF – don't convert to obsolete PFB.

PFB doesn't work in modern macOS

macOS 10.13+ has removed PFB support. The font won't install properly. Modern macOS requires TTF or OTF. Converting TTF to PFB is a downgrade that destroys compatibility. Keep TTF for modern systems.

Lost all OpenType features

PFB (PostScript Type 1) predates OpenType by decades. All modern font features are stripped: ligatures, stylistic sets, contextual alternates, extended character sets. This is a PFB limitation. Don't convert to PFB if you need modern typography.

Print software doesn't recognize PFB

Modern print software uses TTF/OTF embedded in PDFs. PFB is obsolete even for print. If your print workflow requires PFB, your software is critically outdated and should be upgraded. Use TTF in modern print systems.

Why does this conversion even exist?

It exists for archival/historical purposes only. PFB has been obsolete since 1999 when Adobe stopped development. There's no modern use case for TTF to PFB conversion. Keep TTF for all modern uses (desktop, web, print).

When NOT to Use PFB

Scenarios where PFB might not be the best choice

Modern operating systems
Why not: Windows 10+ and macOS 10.13+ have dropped PFB support entirely
Use instead: Keep TTF - it works on all modern systems; PFB is obsolete
You need OpenType features
Why not: PFB (PostScript Type 1) predates OpenType and has no modern features
Use instead: Keep TTF to preserve all OpenType features; PFB strips everything
Cross-platform compatibility
Why not: PFB barely works anywhere in 2024; modern systems don't support it
Use instead: Use TTF for universal compatibility; PFB is dead technology
Print workflows
Why not: Modern print uses TTF/OTF embedded in PDFs, not ancient PostScript Type 1
Use instead: Keep TTF for modern print; PFB is obsolete even for print

Popular Conversions

Common conversion paths to PFB

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