What you can make
Tattoo lettering
Preview a name or word in classic Old English before it's inked. Download a clean transparent PNG to share with your artist, or an outline SVG they can scale to any size without losing sharpness.
Cricut & vinyl cutting
The SVG export converts letters to true vector outlines — exactly what Cricut Design Space, Silhouette and other cutters need. No fonts to install, no messy tracing.
Jerseys, bands & teams
Blackletter is the go-to look for sports jerseys, streetwear, and band or crew names. Make a matching wordmark in seconds and export it transparent so it drops onto any design.
Logos & socials
Gothic wordmarks for channels, profiles, and thumbnails. Grab a high-resolution PNG, a scalable SVG, or a favicon for your site — all free, all without a watermark.
How to make gothic text
- Type your word or name in the text box.
- Pick a blackletter or medieval font from the font menu.
- Adjust size, spacing, colour, and alignment to taste.
- Download a transparent PNG, a vector SVG, or a favicon.
Frequently asked questions
Is it really free?
Yes — every font and every export is free, with no sign-up and no watermark on your downloads.
Can I use these gothic logos commercially?
The fonts here are open-source (SIL Open Font License), which permits use in logos, print, and products. As always, check the individual font's licence for your specific use.
What's the difference between PNG and SVG?
PNG is a fixed-size image with a transparent background — great for quick use online. SVG is a scalable vector where the letters are outlined shapes, so it stays razor-sharp at any size and works in cutting machines and design software.
Will this work for a tattoo or a Cricut cut?
Yes. For cutting or printing, use the SVG export — the text is converted to outlines, which is the format Cricut, Silhouette, and vinyl cutters expect.
What is blackletter / Old English?
Blackletter (also called gothic, Fraktur, or Old English) is the dense, ornate lettering style used in medieval manuscripts and, today, on tattoos, jerseys, certificates, and logos.