Choosing the right color palette is crucial for web design, branding, and UI development. This generator creates harmonious color schemes based on color theory principles. Enter a base color and choose from complementary, analogous, triadic, split complementary, or monochromatic schemes.

Each palette includes visual swatches with hex codes ready to copy into your CSS. Everything runs in your browser.

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How to Use

  1. Enter a base color in hex format (e.g., #3498db)
  2. Select the color scheme type
  3. Click Calculate to generate the palette
  4. Copy the hex codes for your project

FAQ

What color formats are supported?

Enter colors in hex format with the # prefix (e.g., #3498db or #333).

What is a complementary color?

A complementary color is the color directly opposite on the color wheel (180° rotation in hue). Complementary pairs create strong visual contrast.

Is my data safe when I use Color Palette Generator?

Yes. All calculations run entirely in your browser. Your data is never sent to a server, stored in a database, or shared with anyone. You can use this tool with complete confidence that your information remains private.

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