Web Fonts Loader
Contributors: krasenslavov, developry
Donate Link: https://krasenslavov.com/hire-krasen/
Tags: google fonts, typography, custom fonts, web fonts, font manager
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 7.2
Stable tag: 1.6.1
License: GPLv3 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html
Add web fonts to your site with typography presets, performance monitoring, and Classic Editor integration.
Description
Access 1,000+ web fonts with intelligent typography management, ready-to-use presets, and built-in performance monitoring. Apply fonts globally or per-post with the Classic Editor toolbar.
= Key Features =
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1,000+ web font library
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Typography presets for professional pairings
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Performance monitoring with optimization scores
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Global typography settings
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Classic Editor toolbar integration
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Dynamic font loading
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Dashboard widget with statistics
= How It Works =
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Install and activate
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Navigate to Web Fonts Loader in admin menu
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Choose fonts for headings and body text
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Or use Classic Editor toolbar for per-post customization
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Browse typography presets for professional combinations
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Monitor font performance with built-in tracking
Zero configuration required - access all fonts immediately with intelligent defaults.
= Use Cases =
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Enhance brand identity
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Improve content readability
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Create visual appeal
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Establish consistent typography
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Implement custom fonts efficiently
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Optimize editorial design
Installation
= From Dashboard =
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Go to Plugins > Add New
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Search for "Web Fonts Loader"
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Click Install Now, then Activate
= Manual Installation =
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Download the plugin ZIP file
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Upload to /wp-content/plugins/
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Activate from Plugins menu
= After Activation =
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Go to Web Fonts Loader in admin menu
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Select fonts for headings (H1-H6)
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Choose fonts for body text
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Browse Typography Presets for professional combinations
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Check Font Performance for optimization metrics
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Use Classic Editor toolbar for per-post customization
Frequently Asked Questions
= How do I add fonts site-wide? =
Go to the plugin settings in admin, select fonts for headings and body text, and save. Fonts load automatically on your site frontend.
= Can I use different fonts per post? =
Yes, edit any post in Classic Editor and find two new dropdown menus in the toolbar. First dropdown selects font family, second chooses weight and style.
= How many fonts are available? =
The plugin provides access to 1,000+ font families including popular options like Roboto, Open Sans, Lato, and Montserrat. Includes extensive font weights (100-900) and italic styles.
= Will fonts slow down my site? =
No, the plugin uses dynamic loading to load only fonts actually used on each page. Built-in performance monitoring tracks loading speed with optimization recommendations.
= Can I preview fonts before applying? =
Yes, the Typography Presets library lets you preview professional font combinations instantly. Global settings also show font previews before applying.
= Does this work with Block Editor? =
Block Editor support is available in the Pro version. The free version supports Classic Editor for per-post typography, and global settings work with all editors.
= Can I use custom fonts? =
Custom font upload is available in the Pro version. Upload your own fonts alongside the library for complete typography control.
= How do I check font performance? =
Access the Font Performance tab to see optimization scores (0-100), estimated font sizes, weight counts, and recommendations for improving loading speed.
= Does this work with all themes? =
Yes, works with all themes. Global typography settings apply fonts site-wide. Per-post customization in Classic Editor overrides theme defaults for specific content.
= Can I host fonts locally? =
Local font hosting for EU/GDPR compliance is available in the Pro version. Host fonts on your server instead of using CDN.
= What are typography presets? =
Typography presets are professionally designed font combinations for headings and body text. Browse presets for different styles, preview instantly, and apply with one click.
= Does this work with Multisite? =
Yes, compatible with Multisite installations. Configure font settings independently for each site in your network.
Screenshots
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Global typography settings interface
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Typography presets library
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Font performance monitoring dashboard
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Classic Editor toolbar with dropdowns
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Dashboard widget showing statistics
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Font selection for headings and body
Changelog
= 1.6.1 =
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Update - Pro comparison table with latest features
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Fix - Minor fixes for dashboard widget and font loading
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Fix - Coding standards improvements
= 1.6.0 =
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New - Typography Presets Library with professional combinations
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New - Font Loading Performance Metrics with optimization scores
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New - Dashboard Widget for statistics and metrics
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New - Onboarding Welcome Notice for setup guidance
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New - Pro Table component for premium features showcase
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Update - Modular SCSS architecture for styling
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Update - Optimized CSS with color variables
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Update - Unified design system across all features
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Update - Responsive layouts for mobile devices
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Update - Enhanced color scheme for admin
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Update - WPCS-compliant code formatting
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Update - Improved code organization
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Update - Language files moved to /languages directory
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Fix - Removed debugging code
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Fix - Code optimization for production
= 1.5.3 =
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New - WP pointer for global integration
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Update - Language file (.pot)
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Update - Language file header text
= 1.5.2 =
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Fix - Proper sanitization for register_setting()
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Fix - Stricter nonce verification
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Fix - Capability checks for admin actions
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Update - Removed deprecated load_plugin_textdomain()
= 1.5.1 =
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Update - Removed bitly.com links
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Fix - Translation loading timing
= 1.0.0 =
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Initial release
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Access to 1,000+ font library
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Global typography settings
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Classic Editor toolbar integration
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Dynamic font loading
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Font family and weight selection
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Support for all font variations
Upgrade Notice
= 1.6.1 =
Improvements with updated pro comparison and minor fixes.
= 1.6.0 =
Major update with Typography Presets, Font Performance Monitoring, Dashboard Widget, and enhanced design system. Highly recommended upgrade.
= 1.5.3 =
Improvements with WP pointer for global integration.
= 1.0.0 =
Initial release with typography manager and Classic Editor integration.