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Color palettes that everyone can see

Generate WCAG-compliant color systems with real-time contrast checking. Build accessible interfaces without sacrificing aesthetics.

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Real-time contrast analysis

Every color is checked against WCAG 2.1 standards. Click any swatch to copy the hex value.

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AAA (7:1+)
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Built for WCAG compliance

Understand the standards that make your interfaces accessible to everyone.

AA

Level AA

Minimum requirement

  • 4.5:1 for body text
  • 3:1 for large text (18px+)
  • 3:1 for UI components
AAA

Level AAA

Enhanced accessibility

  • 7:1 for body text
  • 4.5:1 for large text
  • Recommended for critical UI

ColorBox advantage

Why OKLCH helps

  • Perceptual uniformity
  • Predictable contrast
  • Beautiful by default

How it works

Create accessible palettes in minutes, not hours.

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Choose your colors

Start with your brand colors or pick from the wheel. ColorBox works with any starting point.

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Generate the scale

OKLCH interpolation creates smooth tints and shades that look naturally harmonious.

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Verify accessibility

Real-time WCAG contrast checking shows you exactly which combinations pass.

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Export anywhere

CSS variables, Tailwind config, Figma tokens, or raw JSON—your choice.

Common questions

What is WCAG color contrast?

WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) defines minimum contrast ratios between text and background colors. These standards ensure content is readable for users with visual impairments, including those with low vision or color blindness.

Why is OKLCH better for accessible palettes?

OKLCH's perceptual uniformity means lightness values accurately reflect how bright colors appear to human eyes. This makes contrast calculations predictable—you can create reliably accessible color scales by controlling the lightness parameter.

Can I check contrast for any two colors?

Yes. ColorBox shows contrast ratios for all color combinations in your palette. You can see at a glance which pairs pass AA, AAA, or neither standard.