Windows
Compatible applications
Quick Facts
Basic information about this file format
Extension
.WOFF2
File Type
Web Open Font Format 2.0
Category
Data
Best first step
Use compatible software
Quick Summary
A practical overview of the .woff2 file format
WOFF2 (Web Open Font Format 2.0) is a font format for use in web pages. It is a successor to WOFF and offers improved compression, resulting in smaller file sizes and faster loading times for web fonts. WOFF2 uses the Brotli compression algorithm, which generally provides a 30% size reduction compa…
File extension
.WOFF2
File type
Web Open Font Format 2.0
Category
Data
Recommended action
Open with a trusted compatible app
How to open a .woff2 file
Start with a trusted app that supports this format
- Check the file extension carefully and confirm that the file name really ends with .woff2.
- Use software that supports this file type. If one app does not work, try another compatible program for the same platform.
- Update the application if the file was created by a newer version of the software.
- Scan files from unknown sources before opening them, especially documents, archives, scripts, installers, and executable files.
What is a .woff2 file?
File extension details and usage information
WOFF2 (Web Open Font Format 2.0) is a font format for use in web pages. It is a successor to WOFF and offers improved compression, resulting in smaller file sizes and faster loading times for web fonts. WOFF2 uses the Brotli compression algorithm, which generally provides a 30% size reduction compared to WOFF 1.0, which used zlib. This smaller size translates directly to faster page load times, reduced bandwidth consumption, and an overall improved user experience. WOFF2 supports both TrueType and OpenType fonts, making it a versatile choice for web developers. The format is designed to be easily parsed and rendered by web browsers, ensuring consistent font rendering across different platforms and devices. It is now the recommended font format for web use by most major browsers. The use of WOFF2 helps to optimize website performance by minimizing the download size of font files, which can be a significant factor in overall page load time, especially on slower network connections.
Software Compatibility
Programs that may open or work with .woff2 files
macOS
Compatible applications
Linux
Compatible applications
Mobile
Mobile applications
Can .woff2 files be converted?
Options for saving or exporting this file to another format
In many cases, a .woff2 file can be converted by opening it in compatible software and using an option such as Save As, Export, or Convert. The available output formats depend on the file type and the application used.
- Use the original software that created the file when possible.
- Check whether the application supports exporting to common formats.
- Be careful with online converters when working with private, business, or sensitive files.
- If conversion fails, the file may be corrupted, incomplete, encrypted, or not actually a .woff2 file.
Why can't I open a .woff2 file?
Common reasons this file type may not open correctly
Wrong software
The file may require a specific program that supports the .woff2 format.
Incorrect extension
The file extension may have been renamed manually, even though the actual file format is different.
Corrupted file
The file may be incomplete, damaged during download, or transferred incorrectly.
Outdated app
Your software may need to be updated before it can open newer versions of this file format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about .woff2 files
To open a .woff2 file, use software that supports this file format.
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
- FontForge
- TransType
Open the file in compatible software and look for options such as Save As, Export, or Convert. If no export option is available, the file may require a specialized converter or the original application that created it.
- Verify that the file extension is correct.
- Install or update compatible software.
- Try another application that supports this format.
- Check whether the file is corrupted, incomplete, or encrypted.
A file extension alone does not guarantee whether a file is safe or unsafe. Only open files from trusted sources, scan unknown files before opening them, and be especially careful with executable, script, archive, and document files.
File safety tips
Use caution with unknown files
Only open files from trusted sources. Before opening a .woff2 file, scan it with antivirus software, verify that the file extension is expected, and avoid running unknown executable, installer, macro-enabled document, or script files.