Author's note

Cherif font by Atrax is a free retro display typeface that looks like it was sliced cleanly across the middle, then rebuilt with bold slabs and blocky curves. The result is a chunky, modular rhythm where each letter feels stamped, almost mechanical, yet still friendly. Thick verticals, squared-off forms, and that distinctive horizontal break create a bold, stop-and-stare texture that holds up even at very large sizes.

Using Cherif, you get a strong, graphic voice that shines on posters, logos, album covers, event flyers, bold packaging, and retro-inspired social graphics. This free font thrives in short, punchy words where the split-letter effect can really stack into a pattern. Try pairing Cherif with a simple geometric sans in smaller text, and keep plenty of spacing around it so those heavy blocks and clean cuts can breathe.

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Basic font information

Copyright notice
Copyright (c) atrax, 2004. All rights reserved.
Font family
cherif
Font subfamily
Regular
Unique subfamily identification
atrax: cherif: 2004
Full font name
cherif
Name table version
Version 1.000 2004 initial release
Postscript font name
cherif
Trademark notice
cherif is a trademark of atrax.
Manufacturer name
atrax
Designer
Atrax
Description
free non commercial use

Extended font information

Platforms supported

PlatformEncoding
UnicodeUnicode 2.0 and onwards semantics, Unicode BMP only.
MacintoshRoman
MicrosoftUnicode BMP only

Font details

Created2004-07-26
Revision1
Glyph count124
Units per Em1000
Embedding rightsEmbedding for permanent installation
Family classSlab serifs
WeightBold
WidthExpanded
Mac styleBold
DirectionOnly strongly left to right glyphs + contains neutrals
Pattern natureRegular