Color Accessibility Checker

Check color contrast ratios for WCAG compliance

Sample Text

This is how your text will look

How to Use the Color Accessibility Checker

  1. Select or enter your foreground color (text color)
  2. Select or enter your background color
  3. Preview how the colors look together
  4. Click "Check Contrast" to see the results

WCAG Contrast Requirements

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) specify minimum contrast ratios for text:

  • Level AAA: 7:1 contrast ratio (excellent)
  • Level AA: 4.5:1 contrast ratio (good)
  • Level A: 3:1 contrast ratio (acceptable)
  • Below 3:1: Poor contrast (fails accessibility requirements)

Why Color Contrast Matters

Proper color contrast is essential for:

  • Readability for all users
  • Accessibility for users with visual impairments
  • Compliance with web accessibility standards
  • Better user experience in different lighting conditions

Tips for Accessible Color Combinations

  • Use high contrast combinations for important text
  • Avoid relying solely on color to convey information
  • Test your color combinations with different text sizes
  • Consider color blindness when choosing colors
  • Use tools like this checker to verify contrast ratios