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Color Contrast Checker

Check your color combinations for WCAG accessibility compliance. Ensure your content is readable for everyone.

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Contrast Ratio

Select Colors

Large Text Sample
Bold 18px+ or 14px+
Normal text sample for reading content and body copy at 16px.
Small text and UI elements at 12px size with detailed information.

WCAG Results

AA Normal Text
Pass
AA Large Text
Pass
AAA Normal Text
Fail
AAA Large Text
Fail

Quick Presets

Understanding WCAG Contrast Requirements

AA Level (Minimum)

4.5:1 for normal text • 3:1 for large text (18pt+ or 14pt+ bold). Required for basic accessibility compliance.

AAA Level (Enhanced)

7:1 for normal text • 4.5:1 for large text. Provides enhanced accessibility for users with vision impairments.

Large Text Definition

18pt (24px) or larger, or 14pt (18.5px) or larger if bold. Logos and incidental text are exempt.

Why It Matters

Good contrast ensures content is readable by users with low vision, color blindness, or in bright sunlight conditions.

Color Details

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