Color Palette Generator
Generate harmonious palettes and export as CSS, SCSS, Tailwind, or JSON
Generate a complete, harmonious color palette from a single seed color or at random. Copy individual swatches as HEX, RGB, or HSL, or export the whole palette as CSS custom properties, SCSS variables, a Tailwind config snippet, or raw JSON — all free with no account required.
How to Generate a Color Palette
Create a complete, export-ready color palette in seconds.
Pick a seed color or randomize
Enter a HEX, RGB, or HSL value as your starting color, or click Randomize to let the generator pick one. The palette updates live.
Browse harmonious swatches
The generator produces a full set of tints, shades, and harmonious accent colors based on color theory (complementary, analogous, triadic). Click any swatch to copy its value.
Export in your preferred format
Click Export and choose CSS variables, SCSS, Tailwind config, or JSON. Paste directly into your project.
Features
Runs entirely in your browser — zero data sent to any server
Pick any seed color via color picker or type a HEX value directly
Randomize button generates a fresh harmonious palette in one click
Produces shades (darker), tints (lighter), and harmonic color variants
Harmonic colors include complement, analogous (±30°), and triadic relationships
Click any swatch to copy its value to clipboard instantly
Toggle output format between HEX, RGB, and HSL
Export the full palette as CSS custom properties, SCSS variables, a Tailwind config snippet, or JSON
Download the exported palette as a file for direct use in your project
Free, no sign-up, unlimited palette generations
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Frequently Asked Questions
What color formats can I copy from the swatches?
You can switch between HEX, RGB, and HSL using the format toggle above the palette. Clicking any swatch copies the value in the currently selected format.
How are the harmonic colors calculated?
Harmonic colors use color theory: complement is 180° opposite on the hue wheel, analogous are ±30°, triadic are +120° and +240°. Saturation and lightness are inherited from the seed color.
Can I export the palette for use in Tailwind CSS?
Yes. Switch to the Tailwind export tab and copy the generated theme.extend.colors block. Paste it into your tailwind.config.js.
Does the tool generate accessible contrast-safe palettes?
The palette is generated for visual harmony, not WCAG contrast compliance. Check individual shade/tint pairs with a dedicated contrast checker if accessibility is required.
Can I start from a brand color I already have?
Yes. Type your exact HEX value into the hex input field or use the color picker. The palette generates immediately from that seed.
Is there a limit to how many palettes I can generate?
No. Generate as many palettes as you like — all processing is local, there are no API calls, and no account is required.