Color Contrast Checker
Professional WCAG Compliance Tool for Accessible Color Combinations
Contrast Ratio
21.00:1
WCAG Compliance
- AA Large Text (3:1)
- AA Normal Text (4.5:1)
- AAA Large Text (4.5:1)
- AAA Normal Text (7:1)
Suggestions
- This color combination meets all WCAG contrast requirements.
WCAG Color Contrast Checker & Accessibility Tool
Our professional color contrast checker helps verify accessibility compliance of text and background color combinations. This essential color contrast analyzer ensures your designs meet WCAG standards for optimal readability and web accessibility.
Contrast Ratio Calculator
Precisely calculate color contrast ratios between text and background colors for web accessibility compliance
WCAG Compliance Check
Verify compliance with WCAG AA and AAA standards for normal and large text requirements
Color Accessibility Tool
Ensure your website meets accessibility standards with our color contrast analyzer
How to Use the Color Contrast Checker
Enter Color Values
Input hex color codes for your foreground (text) and background colors, or use the random color generator for testing.
View Contrast Results
Instantly see the contrast ratio and check compliance with WCAG standards for both normal and large text.
Check Accessibility
Review suggestions for improving color contrast and ensuring your content is accessible to all users, including those with visual impairments.
Optimize Your Design
Use the contrast checker to find accessible color combinations that meet WCAG AA or AAA standards for your website or application.
Who Can Benefit from This Color Contrast Checker
Web Designers & Developers
Ensure your website designs meet accessibility standards before deployment. Our color contrast analyzer helps you select appropriate contrasting colors for text and backgrounds.
Content Creators
Verify that text elements in your content are readable for all users. The colour contrast checker ensures your message reaches everyone, regardless of visual abilities.
UX/UI Professionals
Create inclusive user experiences by testing color combinations. Our WCAG contrast checker helps you maintain accessibility throughout the design process.
Compliance Officers
Ensure digital assets meet accessibility regulations and standards. The wcag color contrast checker provides clear validation for compliance reporting.
Common Use Cases & Problems Solved
- Verifying text readability on websites and applications
- Ensuring compliance with accessibility regulations (ADA, WCAG)
- Selecting accessible color palettes for digital products
- Resolving low contrast issues identified in accessibility audits
- Creating inclusive designs for users with visual impairments
- Testing color combinations for buttons, links, and interactive elements
- Validating contrast ratios for both normal and large text elements
Understanding Color Accessibility
Color contrast is a critical aspect of web accessibility. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) establish standards for color contrast to ensure that web content is readable by people with visual impairments.
Key WCAG Contrast Requirements:
- AA Standard: 4.5:1 contrast ratio for normal text, 3:1 for large text
- AAA Standard: 7:1 contrast ratio for normal text, 4.5:1 for large text
- Large text is defined as 18pt (24px) and bold, or 14pt (18.66px) and bold
Why Color Accessibility Matters:
Proper color contrast ensures your content is accessible to users with color blindness, low vision, and other visual impairments. It also improves readability for all users, especially in challenging viewing conditions.