Free Online Portuguese Keyboard – Type Portuguese with All Accents

Welcome to the most complete Portuguese keyboard online (teclado português)! Our free virtual Brazilian keyboard gives you instant access to all Portuguese accented letters – á, à, â, ã, é, ê, í, ó, ô, õ, ú, and ç – allowing you to type perfect Portuguese from any computer, tablet, or smartphone. Whether you're in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Lisbon, or anywhere else in the world, AnyKeyboard brings Portuguese typing to your fingertips.

Why do over 250 million people need an online Portuguese keyboard? Portuguese is the 6th most spoken language in the world with 257 million speakers across 9 countries. It's the official language of Brazil (215 million), Portugal (10 million), and PALOP nations (Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, São Tomé and Príncipe). It's also the most spoken language in South America and a growing language on social media. However, most computers outside Portuguese-speaking regions lack easy access to Portuguese accents. Our virtual keyboard provides instant access.

The Brazilian Portuguese keyboard uses the ABNT2 layout (Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas), which is different from European Portuguese keyboards. Portuguese uses extensive diacritical marks: the acute accent (á, é, í, ó, ú) for open vowels, the circumflex (â, ê, ô) for closed vowels, the grave accent (à) for contractions, the tilde (ã, õ) for nasal sounds, and the cedilla (ç) for the soft 'c' sound. Our keyboard makes typing all these accents effortless.

Perfect for every Portuguese typing need: Write emails to Brazilian colleagues, compose documents for Lusophone markets, chat with Portuguese friends, practice for CELPE-Bras exams, translate texts, study Portuguese literature (Camões, Machado de Assis, Fernando Pessoa), or connect with Portuguese speakers worldwide. Accents in Portuguese are essential – 'avó' (grandmother) vs 'avô' (grandfather) have different meanings!

Your privacy is guaranteed – all typing happens 100% locally in your browser. Nothing is ever sent to any server. Your Portuguese 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an online Portuguese keyboard and who needs one?

An online Portuguese keyboard (teclado português) is a virtual keyboard that lets you type Portuguese with all proper accents and the cedilla without installing any software. It's essential for the 257 million Portuguese speakers worldwide when using computers without Portuguese keyboard support – common outside Brazil and Portugal. Portuguese students, business professionals dealing with Lusophone markets, travelers, and the Brazilian/Portuguese diaspora all benefit from instant Portuguese typing access.

How do I type Portuguese accents á, é, í, ó, ú and â, ê, ô?

Our keyboard uses dead keys just like physical Brazilian keyboards. Press the acute accent key ´ then the vowel for á, é, í, ó, ú. Press the circumflex key ^ then the vowel for â, ê, ô. Press the tilde key ~ then a or o for ã, õ. Press the grave key ` then a for à. These accents change pronunciation and meaning in Portuguese – they're not optional!

How do I type the Portuguese cedilla ç?

The cedilla (ç) has its own dedicated key on the Brazilian Portuguese keyboard, making it easy to type common words like 'coração' (heart), 'açúcar' (sugar), 'começar' (to begin), 'atenção' (attention), and 'França' (France). The ç represents a soft 'c' sound (like 's') before a, o, or u.

What's the difference between Brazilian and European Portuguese keyboards?

Brazilian keyboards use the ABNT2 layout with ç on its own key and the accent dead keys in specific positions. European Portuguese keyboards have a different layout with some keys in different positions. While the characters are the same, the key arrangement differs. AnyKeyboard supports both – use the Layout dropdown to switch between Brazilian and European Portuguese.

Is this Portuguese keyboard really free to use?

Absolutely free! AnyKeyboard's Portuguese keyboard has no hidden costs, no registration required, no ads, and no usage limits. Type as much Portuguese as you want with all accents and ç. Perfect for Portuguese homework, business correspondence with Brazil or Portugal, or staying connected with Lusophone friends.

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

Yes! Our Portuguese 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 all accent dead keys work smoothly. Type Portuguese comfortably on any device, anywhere.

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

After typing, click 'Copy' to copy your Portuguese text to the clipboard – paste it anywhere (WhatsApp, emails, documents). Click 'Save' to download your text as a UTF-8 .txt file with all accents preserved perfectly. You can also click 'Google' or 'YouTube' to search your Portuguese text directly.

Is my Portuguese typing private and secure?

100% private. All typing happens locally in your browser – your Portuguese text is never sent to any server and never stored online. Your text exists only on your device until you close the tab. Only your theme preference and last selected layout are saved locally. Your personal messages and documents remain completely private.

Why do Portuguese nasal vowels (ã, õ) matter?

Portuguese has nasal vowels that don't exist in Spanish or French. The tilde (~) over ã and õ indicates nasalization: 'mãe' (mother), 'pão' (bread), 'não' (no), 'coração' (heart), 'avião' (airplane). These sounds are distinctive to Portuguese and essential for proper pronunciation and spelling. Our keyboard makes typing ã and õ simple with the tilde dead key.

Can I practice Portuguese typing and measure my speed?

Yes! Click 'Speed Test' to switch to typing practice mode. You'll see Portuguese sentences to type, and the system measures your words per minute (WPM) and accuracy in real-time. It's an excellent way to master Portuguese accent placement and improve your typing fluency.

What are the main differences between Brazilian and European Portuguese?

While mutually intelligible, there are differences. Brazilian Portuguese tends to be more phonetically open and uses more gerunds ('estou fazendo' vs Portugal's 'estou a fazer'). Vocabulary differs too: 'ônibus/autocarro' (bus), 'trem/comboio' (train), 'celular/telemóvel' (cell phone). However, the written accents and special characters (ç, ã, õ, etc.) are identical in both varieties.

How important is Portuguese globally?

Portuguese is increasingly important globally. Brazil has the largest economy in South America and is a BRIC nation. Portuguese is an official language of the EU, Mercosur, African Union, and several other international organizations. It's the fastest-growing European language on the internet after English. Learning to type Portuguese opens doors to 9 countries across 4 continents!

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