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License
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Analysis Status
License analyzed
Updated Apr 3, 2026, 1:17 PM
Embedding
Installable embedding allowed
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Pricing
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Commercial use appears permitted, but confirm the full license terms.
License not specified · Installable embedding allowed
Commercial Use Guidance
Commercial use appears permitted, but confirm the full license terms.
Attribution & Foundry
This metadata points to Cyrus Highsmith, Tobias Frere-Jones, and Font Bureau as the main credited source for the font.
Designer
Cyrus Highsmith, Tobias Frere-Jones, and Font Bureau
Manufacturer
The Font Bureau, Inc
Vendor ID
FBI
Version
Version 1.000;PS 001.000;Core 1.0.38
Commercial Use Guidance
Commercial use appears permitted, but confirm the full license terms.
Use for longer text blocks, especially where space is limited.
Avoid using for headings or areas where more emphasis is needed.
Pair with a bolder version of BentonSans or a contrasting heavier font.
Ensure high contrast between the text and the background color.
Adjust the letter-spacing and line-height for optimal readability, especially on screen.
Categories
Sans-serif, Grotesque, Condensed, Light
Styles
1
Source Format
ZIP archive
Font Family
BentonSans Comp Light
Font Subfamily
Regular
Full Name
BentonSans Comp Light
PostScript Name
BentonSansComp-Light
Typographic Family
BentonSans Comp Light
Typographic Subfamily
Regular
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Copyright
Copyright 2000-2003, The Font Bureau, Inc. Designed by Cyrus Highsmith, Tobias Frere-Jones, and Font Bureau. All rights reserved.
Trademark
Please refer to the Copyright section for the font trademark attribution notices.
Test the font rendering at various sizes.
Consider the impact of its light weight on accessibility.