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Color Palette Generator
Generate harmonious color palettes from any base color. Complementary, analogous, triadic, and more.
Press Space to generate a new palette - locked colors stay
Why Use Our Color Palette Generator?
Six Harmony Types
Generate complementary, analogous, triadic, split-complementary, tetradic, and monochromatic palettes from any base color.
Color Picker Input
Use the color picker for visual base color selection or type a HEX code directly for precise color entry.
Palette Swatches
Each generated color is shown as a large swatch with its HEX value and a copy button for quick use.
Random Palette Generator
Click the random button to generate a completely random base color and harmony type for instant palette inspiration.
Copy Any Color
Copy any palette color to the clipboard with one click for use in design tools, CSS, or presentations.
100% Private
All palette generation happens in your browser. No data is sent to any server.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a color harmony?
A color harmony is a set of colors that work well together based on their positions on the color wheel. Different harmony types produce different visual effects.
What is a complementary color?
Complementary colors sit opposite each other on the color wheel. They create high contrast and are often used for bold, attention-grabbing designs.
What does analogous mean?
Analogous colors are adjacent to each other on the color wheel. They create a cohesive, harmonious look often seen in nature.
What is a triadic palette?
A triadic palette uses three colors equally spaced on the color wheel (120 degrees apart). It is vibrant and balanced.
How do I use a generated palette?
Copy any color's HEX code using the copy button and paste it into your design tool, CSS, or any color-aware application.
Is the color palette generator free?
Yes. Completely free with no sign-up required.
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