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Convert WOFF2 to WOFF Online

Free, private WOFF2 to WOFF converter. Your files never leave your browser. All processing happens locally on your device.

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How to convert WOFF2 to WOFF

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Drop your WOFF2 file

Drag your file onto the converter above, or click to browse your files. Your files stay on your device.

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Automatic conversion

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Download your WOFF file

Once the conversion finishes, click the download button and you are done. The converted file is ready to use.

Why convert WOFF2 to WOFF?

WOFF2 and WOFF serve different purposes. Converting between them lets you use whichever format works best for your situation.

What is a WOFF2 file?

Web Open Font Format 2.0: WOFF2 is the latest web font format and the best choice for serving fonts on websites. It compresses roughly 30% better than WOFF, which means faster page loads.

Created by: Google, standardized in 2018

Used for: Web fonts (the preferred format for modern web development)

Technical details: Uses Brotli compression, achieving roughly 30% better compression than WOFF. Otherwise functionally identical to WOFF.

Compatibility: Supported by all modern browsers including Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and Edge.

What is a WOFF file?

Web Open Font Format: WOFF is a compressed font format designed specifically for web pages. It's essentially a TTF or OTF font wrapped in compression, making it faster to download while keeping the same quality.

Created by: Mozilla, Opera, and Microsoft, standardized in 2012

Used for: Web fonts, CSS @font-face declarations

Technical details: Compressed wrapper around TTF or OTF data using zlib. Typically 30-40% smaller than the equivalent TTF. Includes metadata for licensing information.

Compatibility: Supported by all modern browsers. Not typically used for desktop font installation.

WOFF2 vs WOFF

Feature WOFF2 WOFF
Type Web Open Font Format 2.0 Web Open Font Format
Best for Web fonts (the preferred format for modern web development) Web fonts, CSS @font-face declarations
Compatibility Supported by all modern browsers including Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. Supported by all modern browsers. Not typically used for desktop font installation.
Pros Best compression for web fonts, fastest loading, universal modern browser support Smaller than TTF/OTF for web delivery, fast loading, universal browser support
Cons Not supported by very old browsers (IE11 and older) Only useful for web, replaced by the more efficient WOFF2

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to convert WOFF2 to WOFF online?
Yes. FormatShift processes your file entirely in your browser. Your data never leaves your device, so there is nothing to intercept or leak. No account or signup required.
How long does WOFF2 to WOFF conversion take?
Font conversions are nearly instant.
What is the difference between WOFF2 and WOFF?
WOFF2 (Web Open Font Format 2.0): Uses Brotli compression, achieving roughly 30% better compression than WOFF. Otherwise functionally identical to WOFF. WOFF (Web Open Font Format): Compressed wrapper around TTF or OTF data using zlib. Typically 30-40% smaller than the equivalent TTF. Includes metadata for licensing information.
Will I lose quality converting WOFF2 to WOFF?
This depends on the formats involved. Check the comparison above for details on how WOFF2 and WOFF handle compression and quality.
Do I need to install any software?
No. FormatShift runs entirely in your browser. There is nothing to download, install, or sign up for.