Currently, FontLab 8 offers a 10-day fully-functional trial. Older versions like FontLab 7 and FontLab VI previously offered 30-day trials.
Accredited academic users can purchase a 1-year student license for approximately $109 (regularly $335 for a lifetime edu license). FontLab Free Download
Open the application. It will automatically start in trial mode, allowing you to use all features immediately. Education and Discounted Options Currently, FontLab 8 offers a 10-day fully-functional trial
Users of older software like FontLab Studio 5, Fontographer, or competitors like Glyphs can buy FontLab 8 at a discounted upgrade price. Getting Started Guide Open the application
To receive a discounted serial number, you must email proof of academic status (such as a student ID scan) to orders@fontlab.com.
FontLab is a professional font editor and does not have a permanent "free" version for all users, but it offers a for evaluation. How to Download and Install the Free Trial