Do you or your child re-read the same line over and over? Do letters flip, blend, or swim on the page? OpenDyslexic turns every text on your iPhone and iPad into a clearer, calmer, more readable experience.
9 OpenDyslexic fonts installed in 1 tap, system-wide on iOS. Pages, Word, Keynote, PowerPoint, Freeform, Mail... your favorite apps become readable.
4.5/5 on the App Store -- 425+ reviews from parents, teachers, and dyslexic adults.
HOW IT WORKS
1. Open the app, tap "Install Fonts"
2. All 9 OpenDyslexic variants (Regular, Bold, Italic, Mono, Alta...) become available across your device
3. Select OpenDyslexic in any compatible app
4. That's it. No complicated setup.
WHAT YOU GET
-- System-wide Fonts --
9 OpenDyslexic fonts (2 families, Regular/Bold/Italic/BoldItalic/Mono) installed across all of iOS. Compatible with Pages, Word, Keynote, PowerPoint, Freeform, Notes, and any app supporting custom fonts.
-- Reading Ruler --
A bright band follows each line as you read. Tap to advance, drag to position. Stay focused, never skip a line, finish the page.
-- Camera Scanner + OCR --
Scan any paper document — book, handout, homework — with the camera. Built-in OCR turns it into clean text in OpenDyslexic, instantly readable on your device.
-- PDF Converter --
Import a PDF (homework, worksheet, official document) and get an OpenDyslexic version. Share via email or AirDrop.
-- Emails in OpenDyslexic --
Compose emails directly in OpenDyslexic from the app. Recipients see the correct font.
-- Full Accessibility --
VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, high contrast mode, reduce motion. WCAG compliant. Every button has an accessibility label.
WHO IS IT FOR?
- Dyslexic children and teens (school, homework, exams)
- Dyslexic adults (work, emails, documents)
- Parents looking for a concrete solution
- Teachers and reading specialists
- Anyone with dyslexia, ADHD, or visual fatigue
6 LANGUAGES
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese. The interface adapts to your language.
PRIVACY FIRST
No personal data collected. Everything stays on your device.
The OpenDyslexic font was created by Abelardo Gonzalez. Letters have weighted bottoms that prevent your brain from flipping them. Result: less confusion between b/d, p/q, m/w. More speed. Less fatigue.
Download now and discover what it feels like to read without struggling.
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://michaeldardol.com/scandys/privacy/
Many years ago I was in my work place break room reading paperback book(Star Trek series). One of my co-worker who was a very educated teacher ask me why I was reading my book, she said she knew I was dyslexic but could figure out why I was reading a paperback. I told her because air enjoy reading. Okay, even though I am dyslexic I enjoy reading. Now I’m not as good as a non dyslexics, but I enjoy reading. It’s the one ability I wish I could do better. To improve my reading ability. I have been to a dyslexic doctor, yes there was one in Great Neck NY in the mid mid 80’s . He prescribed me motion sickness medication. I found out shorty after taking some motion sickness medication that I’m allergic to it. Bummer. I tried colored lens. Look up scotopic sensitivity syndrome. Honestly, I didn’t see a specialist about this treatment. I just played around with some colored lens, blue ones. I think it helped, but I just looked silly with blue tined glasses. Now this dyslexic fonts, I think this is a big win, but not everyone has dyslexic fonts that are available on there fonts apps, so I’m still testing honestly.
Developer Response
We appreciate your detailed feedback and are glad to hear you find the dyslexic font helpful for your reading experience. Thank you!
Finally!!!!
Majo1969
A font I can read!!!!! I wish I knew I was dyslexic when I was a child! I believe it would have changed my life. My parents were big readers. I noticed I had a hard time reading when I was 4-5. It wasn’t until I saw this font in OPEN Dyslexia I realized I was dyslexic all my life!!! I’m 55 years old. I did very well despite dyslexia. But I can only image if I had been diagnosed earlier I would understand why I had such a difficult time reading! Thank you soooooo much!!!! 💕
Why are you trying to capitalize off of people with disabilities?
spicy_nugg
I bought this app because I am dyslexic and am struggling because of it. The first thing I noticed is I have to pay to be able to read, and comprehend information the first time. The main thing I wanted to use it for, I have to pay another $6 dollars for it to work! That is so frustrating because I turned to this app for help and all it is trying to do is exploit me. Even if it does end up working it is not user friendly 3 of the buttons in the app work, and 2 of them lead to another app of theirs they want you to buy. If you are going make an app to help people it should work, especially if they paid for it.
Reading Again!
LilliesGrand
So far loving this font. I discovered this by accident last week and it’s life changing. I can engage in my passion for reading again which I have been avoiding for the last year or so because it became more difficult to do. Thank you!
New: scan any paper document with the camera — OCR converts it instantly into the OpenDyslexic font. New: a Reading Ruler follows each line so you never lose your place.
Version 2.0.4
Subscriptions
Opendyslexic Pro Weekly
Fonts & PDF converter, all features.
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The developer, michael dardol, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
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The developer does not collect any data from this app.
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