Free Online Arabic Keyboard – Type Arabic Anywhere in the World

Welcome to the most comprehensive Arabic keyboard online (لوحة مفاتيح عربية)! Our free virtual keyboard gives you instant access to all 28 Arabic letters, allowing you to type in Arabic from any computer, tablet, or smartphone – without installing software or changing system settings. Whether you're in Cairo, Dubai, Paris, or New York, AnyKeyboard brings Arabic typing to your fingertips.

Why do millions of people need an online Arabic keyboard? Arabic is the 5th most spoken language in the world with over 420 million native speakers across 26 countries. However, most computers outside the Arab world don't have Arabic keyboards installed. Our virtual keyboard solves this instantly – perfect for travelers, students, expatriates, and anyone who needs to type Arabic on a foreign computer or device.

The Arabic script is one of the world's most beautiful and complex writing systems. Written from right-to-left, Arabic features 28 consonant letters that change shape depending on their position in a word (initial, medial, final, or isolated forms). Our keyboard automatically handles these letter forms – just type and the correct shape appears. We also include a dedicated Tashkeel bar for adding diacritical marks (حركات) like fatha (فتحة), damma (ضمة), kasra (كسرة), sukun (سكون), and shadda (شدة).

Perfect for every Arabic typing need: Write emails and messages to family, compose business documents, create social media posts in Arabic, practice Arabic calligraphy, translate texts, study Quranic Arabic with proper diacritics, or simply communicate with the Arab world. Our keyboard supports Modern Standard Arabic (فصحى) as well as the letter combinations used in regional dialects.

Your privacy is guaranteed – all typing happens 100% locally in your browser. Nothing is ever sent to any server. Your Arabic text stays on your device only. When you're done, copy your text with one click, save it as a file, or search directly on Google or YouTube. It's the easiest way to type Arabic anywhere in the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an online Arabic keyboard and who needs one?

An online Arabic keyboard (لوحة مفاتيح عربية) is a virtual keyboard that displays Arabic letters on your screen, allowing you to type in Arabic by clicking or tapping the keys. It's essential for the 420+ million Arabic speakers worldwide when using computers without Arabic keyboard support – common in Europe, Americas, Asia, and public computers anywhere. Students learning Arabic, business professionals, travelers, and expatriates all benefit from instant Arabic typing access.

How do I type Arabic letters that change shape?

Arabic letters automatically change form based on their position in a word – this is handled automatically by our keyboard. Simply type the letters in sequence, and the correct form (initial, medial, final, or isolated) appears automatically. For example, the letter 'ع' (ain) looks different at the start (عـ), middle (ـعـ), end (ـع), or alone (ع) of a word. You don't need to select different forms – our smart keyboard does this for you.

How do I add Arabic diacritics (tashkeel/harakat)?

Use the Tashkeel bar located above the main keyboard. It includes all Arabic diacritical marks: fatha (فَتْحَة) for the 'a' sound, damma (ضَمَّة) for 'u', kasra (كَسْرَة) for 'i', sukun (سُكُون) for no vowel, shadda (شَدَّة) for doubled consonants, and tanween marks (تنوين) for nunation. Click on a letter first, then click the diacritical mark to add it. This is essential for Quranic text, children's books, and formal Arabic.

Does the keyboard support right-to-left (RTL) typing?

Yes! Arabic is written from right to left, and our editor fully supports RTL text direction. When you start typing Arabic, the text automatically flows from right to left. The cursor, text selection, and line wrapping all work correctly for RTL. You can even mix Arabic (RTL) with English (LTR) text, and each portion will display in its correct direction.

Is this Arabic keyboard really free to use?

Absolutely free! AnyKeyboard's Arabic keyboard has no hidden costs, no registration, no ads, and no limits. Type as much as you want, access all features including tashkeel marks, and use it whenever you need. We believe everyone should have access to typing in their language, which is why we keep it completely free.

Does the Arabic keyboard work on iPhones, iPads, and Android devices?

Yes! Our Arabic keyboard is fully responsive and works perfectly on all mobile devices – iPhones, iPads, Android phones, and tablets. The touch targets are optimized for finger tapping, and the layout adapts to your screen size. You can type Arabic comfortably on any device, anywhere.

Can I type both Modern Standard Arabic and dialect words?

Yes! Our keyboard includes all standard Arabic letters used in Modern Standard Arabic (الفصحى) and can be used for any Arabic dialect (Egyptian, Levantine, Gulf, Moroccan, etc.). While dialects are primarily spoken, when written they use the same Arabic letters. Our keyboard also supports the Persian-origin letters (پ چ ژ گ) sometimes used in loanwords.

How do I copy, save, or search my Arabic text?

After typing, click 'Copy' to copy your Arabic text to the clipboard – paste it anywhere (emails, documents, social media). Click 'Save' to download your text as a .txt file. You can also click 'Google' or 'YouTube' to search your Arabic text directly on those platforms – great for finding translations, videos, or information.

Is my Arabic typing private and secure?

100% private. All typing happens locally in your browser – your Arabic text is never sent to any server and never stored online. Your text exists only on your device until you close the tab or clear it. Only your theme preference and last selected layout are saved (in your browser's local storage). Your messages, documents, and personal writing remain completely private.

Can I switch between Arabic and other language keyboards?

Yes! AnyKeyboard supports 100+ languages. Use the Layout dropdown menu to instantly switch between Arabic, English, French, Urdu, Persian, Hebrew, and any other keyboard. Your typed text is preserved when switching, and your layout selection is remembered for your next visit.

Can I practice Arabic typing and measure my speed?

Yes! Click 'Speed Test' to switch to typing practice mode. You'll see Arabic sentences to type, and the system measures your words per minute (WPM) and accuracy in real-time. It's an excellent way to improve your Arabic typing speed while getting familiar with the keyboard layout.

What makes Arabic one of the most beautiful scripts in the world?

Arabic calligraphy (الخط العربي) is considered one of the highest art forms in Islamic culture. The flowing, connected nature of Arabic letters allows for stunning artistic expression. There are several calligraphic styles including Naskh (نسخ), Thuluth (ثلث), Diwani (ديواني), and Kufi (كوفي). Our keyboard uses the Naskh style, which is the most common for everyday typing and is highly readable.

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