Here is how to change font on TikTok videos: tap Text (Aa) in the editor, type your words and pick one of TikTok’s built-in fonts from the row above the keyboard. Your bio, name and captions have no font menu, so fancy text there comes from Unicode characters you paste in, such as 𝓽𝓱𝓲𝓼 or ᴛʜɪꜱ. This guide covers each place step by step. To make pasteable styles for your profile, use our free TikTok Font Generator.
Where You Can Change Font on TikTok
| Place | Built-in font options? | How to style it |
|---|---|---|
| Text on videos | Yes | Pick a font in the Text tool |
| Video captions (description) | No | Paste Unicode fancy text |
| Bio | No | Paste Unicode fancy text |
| Name (display name) | No | Paste Unicode fancy text |
| Username (@handle) | No | Only letters, numbers, underscores and periods are allowed |
| Comments | No | Paste Unicode fancy text |
How to Change Font on TikTok Videos
- Record a video or upload one, then tap Next to open the editor.
- Tap Text (the Aa icon).
- Type your text.
- Tap the font names above the keyboard to switch styles.
- Use the colour circles to change the text colour, and the A icon to add a background highlight.
- Tap Done, then drag the text to position it. Pinch to resize.
TikTok’s built-in options are short. According to Kapwing, the in-app fonts are Classic, Typewriter, Handwriting, Serif and Neon. TikTok occasionally adds or renames fonts in app updates, so your list may differ slightly.
What Each TikTok Text Font Is Good For
| Font | Look | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| Classic | Clean, bold sans-serif | Hooks, tutorials and anything that must be read fast |
| Typewriter | Monospaced, retro | Storytimes, quotes and diary-style videos |
| Handwriting | Casual script | Personal messages and soft aesthetics |
| Serif | Traditional book-style letters | Facts, history and calm explainers |
| Neon | Glowing outline | Night shots, party clips and gaming |
How to Change Font in Your TikTok Bio and Name
- Open the TikTok Font Generator and type your bio or name.
- Copy a style, such as bold, script, small caps or a cute frame.
- In TikTok, go to Profile, tap Edit profile, then tap Name or Bio.
- Paste the styled text and tap Save.
Your display name can be changed only once every 7 days on TikTok, so check the style before you save. Your @username cannot use fancy fonts at all.
TikTok Bio Styles to Copy
𝓓𝓪𝓲𝓵𝔂 𝓿𝓵𝓸𝓰𝓼 ✿ ʟᴏɴᴅᴏɴ 🎬 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 ɴᴇᴡ ᴠɪᴅᴇᴏ ᴇᴠᴇʀʏ ᴅᴀʏ ↓ ꒰ ᴊᴜꜱᴛ ᴀ ɢɪʀʟ ᴀɴᴅ ʜᴇʀ ᴄᴀᴍᴇʀᴀ ꒱ 𝕲𝖆𝖒𝖎𝖓𝖌 ☠ ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴀᴛ 9ᴘᴍ
How to Use Fancy Fonts in TikTok Captions
Captions work the same way as the bio: paste Unicode text into the description box before you post. Keep hashtags in plain text, because styled letters are different characters and will not match the hashtag search.
How to Get More Fonts for TikTok Videos
The built-in five are enough for quick posts. For branded videos, add text in an editing app first and then upload:
- CapCut: made by the same company as TikTok and offers a large font library with animations.
- Canva or similar editors: upload your brand fonts and export the video with text burned in.
- PNG text overlays: create your text in a font generator, save it as a transparent PNG and place it over the video in any editor. Our Hand Lettering Generator and Gothic Text Generator both export transparent PNGs.
TikTok’s own brand typeface is TikTok Sans, which Kapwing reports has been released for open-source use, so you can match the app’s look in your thumbnails.
Common Problems
- Fancy text shows as boxes: the viewer’s phone lacks that character. Use bold or small caps, which have the widest support. More in why fancy text looks like boxes.
- Name will not save: TikTok may reject some symbols, or you changed it within the last 7 days.
- Text tool missing fonts: update the app. Font options are tied to the app version.
For a full guide to which fancy styles work in each part of TikTok, see our TikTok fonts guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I change the font on my TikTok video?
In the editor, tap Text (Aa), type your words and tap the font names above the keyboard to switch between TikTok’s built-in fonts.
What fonts does TikTok have?
The in-app text fonts are Classic, Typewriter, Handwriting, Serif and Neon, though TikTok sometimes adds or renames fonts in updates.
How do I get a fancy font in my TikTok bio?
Type your bio into the TikTok Font Generator, copy a style and paste it into Edit profile, then Bio.
Can I change the font of my TikTok username?
No. Usernames only allow letters, numbers, underscores and periods. Use fancy text in your display name instead.
How do I get more fonts on TikTok?
Add text in an editor such as CapCut or Canva before uploading, or place a transparent PNG text overlay made in a font generator.
Why can’t I change my TikTok name?
TikTok lets you change your display name once every 7 days. Some symbols may also be rejected.