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font/woff2
File extensions: .woff2
Web Open Font Format 2 — the modern web font container.
What is font/woff2?
font/woff2 is the media type for WOFF2 — Web Open Font Format version 2, using Brotli compression to shrink web fonts by ~30% versus WOFF1. Every modern browser supports it, making it the current standard for @font-face delivery.
Typical usage
@font-face rules on modern websites.
Common gotchas
Must be served with correct CORS headers if hosted on a different origin. Preload critical fonts with <link rel="preload" as="font" crossorigin>.
HTTP header example
Response header
Content-Type: font/woff2Reference
W3C WOFF 2
Frequently asked questions
What is the font/woff2 MIME type?
font/woff2 is the media type for WOFF2 — Web Open Font Format version 2, using Brotli compression to shrink web fonts by ~30% versus WOFF1. Every modern browser supports it, making it the current standard for @font-face delivery.
What file extension does font/woff2 use?
Files served as font/woff2 typically use the extension .woff2. The most common is .woff2.
How do I set the Content-Type for font/woff2?
Send the HTTP response header Content-Type: font/woff2. @font-face rules on modern websites.
Is font/woff2 an official MIME type?
Yes. font/woff2 is officially registered with IANA (W3C WOFF 2), so standards-conformant clients recognize it.
What are common mistakes with font/woff2?
Must be served with correct CORS headers if hosted on a different origin. Preload critical fonts with <link rel="preload" as="font" crossorigin>.