Color Theory · Free Tool

Generate Beautiful
Color Palettes

Pick a base color, choose a harmony rule, and get a perfect palette instantly. Copy HEX, RGB or CSS variables.

Base Color

Harmony

Colors

Complementary

Two colors opposite on the color wheel. High contrast, vibrant | great for CTAs and highlights.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced colors. Balanced yet colorful | works well for diverse, energetic designs.

Analogous

Colors next to each other on the wheel. Harmonious and calm | perfect for natural, serene designs.

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue. Sophisticated and cohesive | elegant for luxury and minimal aesthetics.

Split Complementary

A color plus two adjacent to its complement. Less tension than complementary, more variety.

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel. Rich palette | needs careful balance to not overwhelm.

Simple Process

How It Works

Pick a Base Color

Enter any HEX code or use the color picker to choose your starting color.

Choose a Harmony

Select from Complementary, Triadic, Analogous, Monochromatic, and more harmony rules.

Copy & Export

Copy HEX, RGB, HSL or CSS variables. Export your palette as SVG or JSON instantly.

Questions

Frequently Asked

What is a color harmony rule?

Color harmony rules are guidelines for combining colors that look visually pleasing. Complementary uses opposite colors for contrast, Analogous uses neighboring colors for calm, and Triadic uses evenly spaced colors for balance.

Can I use these palettes for commercial projects?

Yes! All generated palettes are completely free to use for personal and commercial projects | branding, UI design, print, web, anything.

How do I export my palette?

Use the export buttons below the palette | copy as CSS Variables, HEX list, or JSON. You can also download the palette as an SVG file for use in design tools.

Does this tool save my palettes?

Your last 10 palettes are saved in the Recent Palettes section during your session. Nothing is uploaded to any server | everything stays in your browser.

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