Add Google Fonts in GoHighLevel

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Add Google Fonts in GoHighLevel Email Templates

If you use ClickUp for project management and GoHighLevel for marketing automation, keeping your email branding consistent is crucial. This guide explains, step by step, how to add and use Google Fonts inside GoHighLevel email templates and campaigns so your messages match your brand style while staying compatible with major email clients.

Before you begin, remember that not all email platforms display custom fonts the same way. The method below ensures that your custom Google Fonts render correctly where possible and that safe fallback fonts appear where support is limited.

Understanding Google Fonts Support in GoHighLevel

GoHighLevel’s email builder uses standard HTML and CSS, which makes it possible to load Google Fonts into your emails. However, support for custom fonts depends mostly on the recipient’s email client.

Commonly used email clients and their behavior:

  • Apple Mail / iOS Mail: Generally support web fonts, including Google Fonts.
  • Outlook desktop (Windows): Limited support for web fonts; will usually fall back to system-safe fonts.
  • Gmail (web and mobile): Restricted font loading; only some web fonts are supported and others will fall back.
  • Yahoo Mail and others: Behavior is mixed; many default to fallback fonts.

Because of this, GoHighLevel emails must always define both a Google Font and a safe fallback font family. The steps below show how to do this.

Step 1: Get the Google Fonts Embed Code for GoHighLevel

Start by collecting the correct embed code from Google Fonts so you can add it into your GoHighLevel template.

  1. Go to Google Fonts.

  2. Search for the font you want, for example, Roboto or Open Sans.

  3. Click the font family and choose the specific styles (weights, italics) you plan to use in your GoHighLevel emails.

  4. In the Embed or Use on the web section, locate the <link> tag or the @import URL. It typically looks like:

    <link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Roboto:wght@400;700&display=swap" rel="stylesheet">

  5. Copy the URL inside the href attribute (you will need this in your GoHighLevel email code).

If the source interface provides an @import example, you can also copy the full @import line for use inside a <style> block.

Step 2: Open the Email Builder in GoHighLevel

Next, open the email where you want to apply the font inside your GoHighLevel account.

  1. Log in to your GoHighLevel dashboard.

  2. Navigate to Marketing > Emails (or Campaigns, depending on your setup).

  3. Open an existing email template or create a new one using the email builder.

  4. Switch to the HTML or Code view (in the classic builder this is often labeled Source or represented by a code icon).

You need access to the raw HTML in GoHighLevel so you can insert the font import and style declarations.

Step 3: Insert Google Fonts CSS in Your GoHighLevel Template

To make your chosen Google Fonts available in the email, you must load them via CSS in the GoHighLevel template.

  1. In the email’s HTML, locate the top of the document where the <style> block is defined. If there is no <style> block yet, you can add one just after the <head> tag (if present) or at the very top of the HTML content.

  2. Add an @import statement or an equivalent font-face rule using the URL you copied from Google Fonts. For example:

    <style type="text/css">
@import url('https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Roboto:wght@400;700&display=swap');

body, p, span {
  font-family: 'Roboto', Arial, sans-serif !important;
}

h1, h2, h3 {
  font-family: 'Roboto', Helvetica, sans-serif !important;
}
</style>

  3. Ensure that you use !important so the custom font rules override default styles in the GoHighLevel builder where possible.

  4. Always include a safe fallback font stack (for example, Arial, sans-serif) after the Google Font name to handle clients that do not support web fonts.

This CSS makes your Google Font the primary choice in supported email clients while guaranteeing readable fallback fonts everywhere else.

Step 4: Apply the Font to Specific Elements in GoHighLevel

You might not want every element in your GoHighLevel email to use the same font. In that case, target only the elements you want.

Common approaches:

  • Headings only: 
    <style type="text/css">
@import url('https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Roboto:wght@700&display=swap');

h1, h2, h3 {
  font-family: 'Roboto', Helvetica, sans-serif !important;
}
</style>
  • Buttons and CTAs: 
    <style type="text/css">
@import url('https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Roboto:wght@500&display=swap');

.button-class a, .cta-btn {
  font-family: 'Roboto', Arial, sans-serif !important;
}
</style>
  • Custom classes: Add a class to specific blocks inside the GoHighLevel builder (for example, class="headline-font") and then style only that class in the CSS.

Using targeted selectors prevents unintended changes to system text such as unsubscribe links or legal disclaimers.

Step 5: Test Your GoHighLevel Email with Google Fonts

After adding your Google Fonts to the GoHighLevel template, you should thoroughly test the email across different devices and clients.

  1. Use the Preview option in GoHighLevel to confirm that the font loads as expected in the builder preview.

  2. Send test emails to multiple inboxes, such as:

    • Gmail (web and mobile)
    • Outlook desktop and Outlook web
    • Apple Mail and iOS Mail
    • Yahoo Mail

  3. Compare how the email renders in each client. In some inboxes you will see the Google Font; in others you will see the fallback font.

  4. Verify that the text remains clear, legible, and on-brand even when the custom font is not supported.

You may also want to use third-party email testing tools for additional screenshots, but manual tests often cover the main scenarios for GoHighLevel campaigns.

Best Practices for Using Google Fonts in GoHighLevel

Keep these recommendations in mind when designing GoHighLevel email templates with Google Fonts:

  • Limit the number of font families: Using one or two Google Fonts keeps email size small and improves loading speed.
  • Choose web-safe fallbacks: Pair your chosen Google Fonts with common fonts such as Arial, Helvetica, or Georgia.
  • Avoid very thin weights: Light or ultra-thin weights may be hard to read on some screens or when substituted with fallback fonts.
  • Maintain contrast: Check your text color against background colors to ensure good readability in all GoHighLevel emails.
  • Re-test after edits: Any structural changes in the GoHighLevel builder can affect CSS; always test again after major updates.

Where to Learn More About GoHighLevel Email Styling

For deeper technical details and current limitations around Google Fonts usage in GoHighLevel email templates and campaigns, refer to the official documentation here: How to add Google Fonts in email templates and campaigns.

If you need professional help optimizing your GoHighLevel setup, including template design, deliverability, or integrating LLM workflows around your marketing stack, you can explore implementation and consulting services at Consultevo.

Recap: Using Google Fonts in GoHighLevel Emails

To summarize, adding Google Fonts inside GoHighLevel involves:

  1. Choosing a font and copying the embed URL from Google Fonts.
  2. Opening your email template’s HTML in the GoHighLevel builder.
  3. Injecting an @import rule and font-family styles in a <style> block.
  4. Applying the font to specific elements with CSS selectors and fallback fonts.
  5. Testing the final GoHighLevel email across multiple clients to verify rendering and readability.

By following these steps, you can keep your email campaigns on brand while working within the real-world constraints of different email clients, all from inside your GoHighLevel account.

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