Free Online Urdu Keyboard – Type Urdu Anywhere in the World

Welcome to the most elegant Urdu keyboard online (اردو کی بورڈ)! Our free virtual keyboard gives you instant access to all Urdu letters in the beautiful Nastaliq script style, allowing you to type Urdu from any computer, tablet, or smartphone. Whether you're in Karachi, Lahore, London, or Dubai, AnyKeyboard brings Urdu typing to your fingertips.

Why do 230+ million people need an online Urdu keyboard? Urdu is the national language of Pakistan (spoken by 230 million including second-language speakers) and an official language in several Indian states. It's one of the most widely spoken languages globally. The Pakistani and Indian diaspora spans the UK, USA, UAE, Canada, and beyond. Most computers outside South Asia don't have Urdu keyboards installed. Our virtual keyboard provides instant access – perfect for Urdu speakers worldwide, students, and business professionals.

The Urdu script is a variant of the Perso-Arabic script, written from right-to-left in the elegant Nastaliq calligraphic style. Urdu has 38 letters including special characters not found in Arabic (like ٹ, ڈ, ڑ, ں) to represent Urdu-specific sounds. The script has a distinctive flowing appearance where letters slope downward from right to left. Our keyboard uses the Pakistan Phonetic layout, making it intuitive for those familiar with QWERTY keyboards.

Perfect for every Urdu typing need: Write emails to family in Pakistan or India, compose business documents in Urdu, chat with Urdu-speaking friends, study Urdu poetry (Ghalib, Iqbal, Faiz), practice Urdu calligraphy digitally, translate texts, or connect with the rich Urdu literary tradition. Urdu is the language of ghazals, nazms, and one of the world's most expressive poetic traditions.

Your privacy is guaranteed – all typing happens 100% locally in your browser. Nothing is ever sent to any server. Your Urdu 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 Urdu keyboard and who needs one?

An online Urdu keyboard (اردو کی بورڈ) is a virtual keyboard that displays Urdu letters on your screen, allowing you to type in Urdu without installing any software. It's essential for the 230+ million Urdu speakers worldwide, especially in diaspora communities. Pakistani and Indian expats, Urdu students, poetry enthusiasts, and business professionals all benefit from instant Urdu typing access.

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

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

What is Nastaliq script and why is it important for Urdu?

Nastaliq (نستعلیق) is the calligraphic style used for Urdu, Persian, and Pashto. Unlike the horizontal Naskh style used for Arabic, Nastaliq letters slope diagonally from right to left, creating an elegant flowing appearance. It was developed in Persia in the 14th century and is considered essential for authentic Urdu text. Our keyboard produces characters that display beautifully in Nastaliq-supporting fonts.

How do I type Urdu-specific letters like ٹ, ڈ, ڑ, ں?

Urdu has several letters not found in Arabic: ٹ (ṭe), ڈ (ḍāl), ڑ (ṛe), ں (nūn ghunna) for retroflex and nasal sounds from Hindi/Urdu's Indo-Aryan roots. On our phonetic keyboard, these are placed on intuitive keys based on their sounds. For example, ٹ is typically near 't', ڈ near 'd', making them easy to find.

How do I add Urdu diacritics like zabar, zer, pesh?

Urdu uses diacritical marks (اعراب) to indicate short vowels: zabar (زبر - a), zer (زیر - i), pesh (پیش - u). Additional marks include jazm (جزم - no vowel), shadda (شدّہ - doubled consonant), and madd (مدّ - lengthened vowel). On our keyboard, these are accessible via Shift combinations or dedicated keys, just like on physical Urdu keyboards.

Is this Urdu keyboard really free to use?

Absolutely free! AnyKeyboard's Urdu keyboard has no hidden costs, no registration required, no ads, and no usage limits. Type as much Urdu as you want with all letters and diacritics. Perfect for Urdu homework, poetry writing, or staying connected with Urdu-speaking family.

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

Yes! Our Urdu 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 RTL text direction works correctly. Type Urdu comfortably on any device, anywhere.

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

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

Is my Urdu typing private and secure?

100% private. All typing happens locally in your browser – your Urdu text is never sent to any server and never stored online. Your text exists only on your device until you close the tab. This is especially important for personal correspondence and poetry.

How is Urdu different from Hindi?

Urdu and Hindi are mutually intelligible when spoken – they share grammar and most vocabulary. The main difference is script: Urdu uses the Perso-Arabic Nastaliq script (right-to-left) while Hindi uses Devanagari (left-to-right). Urdu has more Persian and Arabic loanwords, while Hindi has more Sanskrit words. Our keyboard handles Urdu's unique script perfectly.

Can I practice Urdu typing and measure my speed?

Yes! Click 'Speed Test' to switch to typing practice mode. You'll see Urdu sentences to type, and the system measures your speed and accuracy in real-time. It's an excellent way to master the Urdu keyboard layout and improve your typing fluency.

Can I switch between Urdu and other language keyboards?

Yes! AnyKeyboard supports 100+ languages including Arabic, Persian, Hindi, English, and more. Use the Layout dropdown menu to switch instantly. This is especially useful for multilingual users or those comparing Urdu with Arabic/Persian scripts.

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