About Textify- Art Font Photo Editor
I was getting tired of the same old fonts in Canva for my university club flyers. A friend in my graphic design elective showed me her Instagram story made with Textify, and the text looked like actual graffiti. I downloaded it right after our lecture, around 3 PM on a Tuesday. For a free app, my first impression was that it was packed. It’s made by Yiling Innovations, and it doesn’t feel like a stripped-down trial version. I needed to create eye-catching posters for a campus bake sale and some visuals for a group presentation, and this seemed like it could handle both without costing me anything.
Core Features
The font library is insane. I stopped counting after finding like five different “handwritten” styles that actually looked real. The “Art Text” tool is my favorite. You can fill your letters with patterns or even a photo from your camera roll. For my environmental science presentation on coral reefs, I made the title text and filled it with a photo of a reef I took last summer. It looked professional and got a nod from my professor. Layering text, stickers, and shapes is super easy. I can pinch and drag elements around, which lets me fix my messy alignment. The background remover is shockingly good for a phone app; I used it to cut out my friend’s dog for a fun birthday graphic.
Real-World Use
Last Thursday, I was in the library trying to finish the bake sale poster before my club meeting. I started with a plain pink background, added our event details, and scrolled for a fun font. I found this bubbly, cartoonish one that was perfect. Adding a thick outline and a drop shadow took two taps. The whole design took maybe 15 minutes. Exporting is simple—I saved it as a high-res PNG straight to my iPhone 14 and sent it to our group chat. Everyone loved it. The only hiccup was trying to curve the text “Spring Bake Sale!” around a cupcake sticker. The control circle is tiny and my finger kept slipping, so I gave up and kept it straight.
Pricing & Value
As a student, free is my favorite price. Textify is free with banner ads that sit at the bottom. They don’t pop up and ruin your flow, which I appreciate. The catch is that some of the coolest fonts and sticker packs are locked. I saw a gorgeous metallic font pack I wanted for a party invite, but it needed the premium upgrade. For my school and personal stuff, the free stuff is more than enough. If I was running a small business, I’d probably pay the one-time fee to unlock everything, but for now, I’m happy with what I’ve got.
Updates & Support
They do update the app often. I got a notification for a new “Summer Vibes” sticker pack just last week. My issue was with support. I had a problem where the app crashed every time I tried to use a specific neon font. I used the “Report a Problem” form in the app settings. I got an auto-reply email the same day, but then nothing for over a week. I followed up and got a vague message saying “the team is aware of the issue.” It was fixed in the next update, but the whole process made me feel like my problem wasn’t a priority. I just wanted to know if I should wait or find a workaround.
Data & Privacy
I’ll be honest, I didn’t dig super deep into the privacy policy. The app does ask for access to your photos, which makes sense because you’re editing them. It also asks for camera access if you want to take a picture to edit right away. I didn’t see any weird permission requests for contacts or location. The developer, Yiling Innovations, has a privacy policy linked in the App Store. I skimmed it and it seemed standard for a free app—they collect some usage data for ads and analytics. I haven’t noticed any spammy emails or weird ads following me around since I installed it, so that’s a good sign.
What kind of font styles does Textify offer?
Textify has a huge library of fonts, including many realistic handwritten styles and unique art fonts. You can even fill your text with patterns or photos using the 'Art Text' tool for a professional, custom look.
Can I layer text, stickers, and shapes in Textify?
Yes, layering is very easy. You can pinch and drag elements to adjust their position and fix alignment, making it simple to create complex designs like posters or social media graphics.
How do I fix the tiny control circle when trying to curve text?
The text curving control circle can be tricky to use on small screens. Try zooming in on your design before tapping the circle, or use a stylus for more precise control.
Why does my exported image look blurry or low quality?
Make sure you export your design as a high-res PNG instead of a lower-quality format. Textify supports high-resolution export, so check your export settings before saving to your device.
How does Textify compare to Canva for creating flyers?
While Canva offers more templates and stock photos, Textify excels at unique, artistic fonts and text effects like photo-filled letters. It's also completely free with no trial limits, making it great for students on a budget.
