| Platform | Installed by default? | How to access W9 |
|----------|----------------------|------------------|
| macOS 10.14+ | Yes | Any app supporting system fonts |
| iOS / iPadOS | Yes | UIFont with name HiraginoSans-W9 |
| Windows | No | Requires purchase or font embedding |
| Linux | No | Not available (use Noto Sans CJK JP Black) |
| Web (CJK) | Only on Apple devices | Falls back to synthetic bold or Noto |
⚠️ Licensing note: Hiragino fonts on macOS/iOS are licensed for use on those devices only. Do not extract and redistribute
.ttf/.otffiles for web embedding unless you purchase a separate web font license from SCREEN. hiragino sans w9 verified
| Context | Verified? | Details | |---------|-----------|---------| | Can I use W9 in commercial design? | ✅ Yes | With proper license (standalone or via Adobe Fonts). | | Can I redistribute W9 font file? | ❌ No | Standard EULA prohibits embedding in editable form. | | Can I use W9 in an app (iOS/Android)? | ⚠️ Conditional | Requires licensing from SCREEN for app embedding. | | Can I use W9 on a website as webfont? | ✅ Yes | Available via Adobe Fonts with web kit embedding. | | Platform | Installed by default
In app design, Hiragino W9 is reserved for the highest severity alerts. For example, a count badge on a notification icon (e.g., "99+") uses W9 to ensure the tiny numerals remain solid and don't break down due to sub-pixel rendering. ⚠️ Licensing note: Hiragino fonts on macOS/iOS are
For Windows or Linux users, you must purchase the formal package from SCREEN. The package titled "Hiragino Sans Ｖ６" includes all weights from W2 to W9.