Windows Fonts Archive

This repository contains a collection of system fonts from various versions of Microsoft Windows, spanning from Windows XP to Windows 11.

Installation

Windows

1. Download the desired font file
2. Right-click the font file and select "Install" or "Install for all users"
3. Alternatively, copy the font files to C:\Windows\Fonts

macOS

1. Download the font file
2. Double-click to open in Font Book
3. Click "Install Font"

Linux

1. Copy font files to ~/.fonts or /usr/share/fonts
2. Run fc-cache -f -v to refresh font cache

Compatibility Notes

• .FON bitmap fonts have limited cross-platform support and are primarily for Windows systems
• .TTC files are well-supported across modern operating systems
• Some legacy fonts may not render correctly on modern high-DPI displays

Use Cases

• Software testing and compatibility verification
• Historical research and digital preservation
• Running legacy applications that require specific Windows fonts
• Typography and font design reference
• Virtual machine and emulator setups

Contributing

Contributions are welcome. If you have system fonts from other Windows versions or variants not included here, please open an issue or pull request.

Disclaimer

This repository is not affiliated with or endorsed by Microsoft Corporation. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners.