Type the name, date or word you're planning and compare it across script and blackletter tattoo fonts. Download your favorite to show your artist.
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These use Unicode letters, so they work in Instagram and TikTok bios, captions and chats without installing a font.
Script
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Fraktur
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How to make tattoo text
Type your text in the box. Up to three lines.
Pick a font from the list below the preview.
Choose a look, adjust colors, outline and shadow, then download a PNG. Open-licensed fonts also download as SVG for Cricut, laser cutters and design apps.
About tattoo fonts
Tattoo lettering usually comes in two looks: flowing script for names and dates, and blackletter for bolder pieces. Miltonian Tattoo, Rye and Sancreek add the decorative traditional style.
Should I bring a downloaded image to my tattoo artist?
Yes. A large PNG or an SVG with your exact wording shows the style you want. Most artists redraw lettering to fit the placement, so treat it as a reference.
Which tattoo fonts are easiest to read small?
Simpler scripts like Italianno and Great Vibes stay readable at small sizes. Dense blackletter and very thin scripts need more space.
