Does converting OTF to SVG reduce quality?

Converting OpenType Font to SVG Font preserves all font data including outlines, glyphs, and metrics. The conversion maintains the integrity of your font while adapting it for the target format.

What file size reduction should I expect?

File size changes depend on the specific conversion from OpenType Font to SVG Font. SVG FONT files may be larger or smaller depending on the format's structure and metadata.

Do SVG fonts work in all browsers?

SVG fonts had limited support and are now deprecated. Chrome removed support in 2015. Use WOFF/WOFF2 instead.

Will my font's OpenType features work after conversion?

Yes, all OpenType features are preserved during conversion. 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 for one format doesn't automatically grant web usage rights. Always check your license agreement or contact the foundry.

How is OTF different from SVG?

OpenType Font (OTF) is an advanced format supporting cubic Bézier curves and OpenType features. SVG Font (SVG) is a format for specific applications. Choose based on your target platform and requirements.

What's the best format for my use case?

For web use, convert to WOFF2 or WOFF instead. For desktop applications or print, SVG may be appropriate. Always check the requirements of your target platform.

Can I convert variable fonts?

Yes, variable fonts can be converted between formats while preserving all variation axes and design space. The conversion maintains the font's interpolation capabilities. Ensure your target browsers support variable fonts (Chrome 62+, Firefox 62+, Safari 11+).

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Everything you need to know about converting between these formats

Source Format

OpenType Font

OpenType Font (OTF) is an extension of TrueType, offering advanced typographic features like ligatures and alternate glyphs. It supports more characters and is preferred for professional design work due to its superior font rendering capabilities.

Target Format

SVG Font

SVG Fonts are defined using Scalable Vector Graphics markup and can be styled with CSS. They were primarily used for older mobile browsers but are now deprecated in favor of WOFF/WOFF2 for better performance.

Why Convert OTF to SVG?

Supporting very old mobile browsers

Creating icon fonts with CSS styling capabilities

Working with legacy web projects

Achieving pixel-perfect rendering at small sizes

How to Convert OTF to SVG

Simple 3-step process that takes less than a minute

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Select your OTF font file from your computer or drag and drop it into the converter above.

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

OTF vs SVG: Feature Comparison

Technical comparison between source and target formats

Feature	OTF	SVG	Winner
File Type	Font file	Vector graphics	Depends
File Size (5 letters)	180 KB (full font)	18 KB (5 letters only)	SVG
File Size (full set)	180 KB	950 KB (+428%)	OTF
Desktop Use	Works in all apps	Graphics only	OTF
Curve Quality	PostScript cubic (excellent)	SVG cubic (excellent)	Equal
Design/Manufacturing	Not editable	Fully editable paths	SVG
Typography Features	Full features	None (shapes only)	OTF
Best For	Fonts/typography	Design/manufacturing	Depends

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about converting OTF to SVG

1What does OTF to SVG conversion give me?

It extracts each glyph as editable SVG vector paths. Perfect for logo design, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, or any work requiring editable letter shapes. NOT for web fonts – SVG fonts are deprecated for web text.

2Does SVG preserve PostScript curves from OTF?

Yes! SVG natively supports cubic Bézier curves (PostScript-style). When converting PostScript-based OTF to SVG, the curves are preserved exactly as designed, which can produce smoother paths than TrueType-based fonts.

3Can I edit OTF glyphs after SVG conversion?

Absolutely! That's the point. Open SVG files in Illustrator, Inkscape, or any vector editor. You can modify curves, combine letters, create custom shapes. PostScript-based OTF fonts often produce cleaner, more editable SVG paths.

4Should I use SVG for web instead of WOFF2?

Not recommended. SVG fonts are deprecated for web text since 2016 due to performance limitations. Use WOFF2 for web instead. SVG conversion is for extracting shapes for design and manufacturing work, not web typography.

5Do OTF fonts create smaller SVG files than TTF?

Sometimes. PostScript curves (in OTF) can be more compact in SVG format than converted TrueType curves. However, the difference is minimal (a few KB per glyph). Choose based on which format you already have.

6What can I do with SVG from OTF fonts?

Laser cutting, vinyl cutting (Cricut/Silhouette), CNC milling, creating custom logos, animated typography, icon design, craft projects, embroidery digitization, and any manufacturing requiring precise vector outlines.

7Does converting OTF to SVG violate licenses?

Potentially. Many commercial font licenses prohibit outline extraction. Adobe OTF fonts often have strict anti-extraction clauses. Only convert open-source fonts (OFL, Apache) or fonts where you explicitly have outline extraction rights.

8How is SVG different from font subsetting?

Completely different. Font subsetting creates smaller FONT files for web by removing unused characters. SVG extraction creates GRAPHICS (editable vector shapes) for design/manufacturing. SVG output is not a usable font.

File Size Comparison

See how file sizes change after conversion

Original (OTF)	Converted (SVG)	Change	Notes
180 KB (OTF)	950 KB (SVG all glyphs)	+428% larger	PostScript curves verbose in SVG XML
180 KB (OTF)	18 KB (SVG 5 letters)	-90% smaller	Extracting specific glyphs only
350 KB (OTF)	1.8 MB (SVG all glyphs)	+414% larger	Full character set extraction
100 KB (OTF)	5 KB (SVG single glyph)	-95% smaller	Single letter extraction

Performance Metrics

Technical performance indicators for this conversion

Extraction Speed:1-5 seconds
Fast extraction of PostScript/TrueType paths
File Size (5 letters):12-22 KB
PostScript curves sometimes more verbose
File Size (full font):600-1800 KB
Complete OTF extraction creates large files
Curve Quality:Excellent
PostScript cubic curves export cleanly to SVG
Edit Performance:Optimal
Clean curves edit smoothly in design tools
Manufacturing Quality:Perfect
High-quality vector data for production
Design Software:Universal support
Works in all vector design applications

Implementation Examples

Production-ready code for your converted fonts

SVG Path Extraction

Vector shapes for laser cutting or design

<!-- Extracted glyph as editable SVG path -->
  <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="200" height="200">
    <g id="letter-B">
      <path d="M20,10 L20,190 L100,190 C120,190 140,180 140,160 
               C140,145 130,135 120,130 C130,125 135,115 135,100 
               C135,80 120,70 100,70 L20,70 Z" 
            fill="#000"/>
    </g>
  </svg>
  
  /* Applications:
   * - Laser cutting (wood, acrylic, metal)
   * - Vinyl cutting (Cricut, Silhouette)
   * - CNC routing
   * - Logo design from letterforms
   * - Animated typography
   * - Icon design
   *
   * For functional fonts, use TTF/OTF
   * SVG is for shapes, not web fonts
   */

Browser Compatibility

Which browsers support SVG fonts

Browser	Support	Notes
Design Software	N/A	SVG is for design/manufacturing, not web fonts
Illustrator/Inkscape	Full support	Import and edit SVG paths
Web Browsers	Not recommended	SVG fonts deprecated; use WOFF2 for web text

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions to problems you might encounter

SVG files are enormous

SVG stores each glyph as verbose XML. For a full font (1000+ glyphs), files can be hundreds of KB. Only convert the specific characters you need. For manufacturing, extract just the letters/symbols you're using, not the entire character set.

PostScript curves create complex SVG

PostScript (CFF) curves in OTF are cubic Bézier, which SVG supports natively. This is actually good – the SVG paths should be clean and editable. However, they may have many anchor points for complex glyphs. This is normal.

Can't edit paths in design software

Ensure your converter exports glyphs as <path> elements, not <font> structures. SVG fonts use deprecated <font> tags. For editable vectors, you need path data. Look for "SVG paths" or "outline extraction" export options.

Cutting machine software won't import SVG

Cutting machines (Cricut, Silhouette) need simple SVG paths in SVG 1.1 format. Open your SVG in Inkscape and re-save as "Plain SVG" to remove complex structures. Ensure paths are simple (no gradients, filters, or advanced SVG features).

SVG doesn't work for web fonts

Correct – don't use SVG for web fonts. SVG fonts are deprecated. This conversion is for extracting letter SHAPES for design/manufacturing, not web deployment. For web fonts from OTF, convert to WOFF2, not SVG.

When NOT to Use SVG

Scenarios where you should keep OTF or choose a different format

Web font deployment
Why not: SVG fonts deprecated for web with terrible performance
Use instead: Use WOFF2/WOFF for web fonts; extract SVG only for design/manufacturing
Need functional font
Why not: SVG extracts shapes without font metrics or features
Use instead: Keep OTF for functional fonts; extract SVG only for design work
Full character set
Why not: Extracting all glyphs creates 600KB-1.8MB SVG files
Use instead: Extract only specific letters; keep OTF for full set
Desktop applications
Why not: Applications need OTF, not SVG graphics
Use instead: Keep OTF for desktop; extract SVG only for logos/manufacturing

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