♿ Color Contrast Checker

What is Color Contrast Checker?

Color Contrast Checker is a web accessibility (a11y) tool that evaluates the legibility of text against a background color. It calculates the contrast ratio and checks it against WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) AA and AAA standards.

How to Use Color Contrast Checker

1. Enter the HEX code for your text (foreground) color
2. Enter the HEX code for your background color
3. Review the contrast ratio score (aim for 4.5:1 or higher)
4. See if it passes WCAG standards for normal and large text

Why Use Our Color Contrast Checker?

• Ensure your website text is readable for visually impaired users
• Check compliance with strict WCAG AA and AAA accessibility standards
• Calculates exact contrast ratios instantly
• Helps prevent SEO penalties associated with poor accessibility

Common Use Cases

• Auditing a new brand color palette for web accessibility
• Checking if white text is readable over a light blue button
• Ensuring a dark mode design provides sufficient contrast

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a passing WCAG ratio?▾
  For normal text, WCAG AA requires a 4.5:1 ratio, and AAA requires 7:1.