HEX
RGB
HSL
CSS Values
About Color Converter
Color Format Conversion
Web colors come in several formats and you'll often need to convert between them. Your designer sends a HEX code, the animation library wants RGB, and your CSS variables use HSL. This tool does instant bidirectional conversion between all three.
When to Use Each Format
- HEX — Best for CSS shorthand. Quick to copy, widely understood.
#ff6b35 - RGB — Use when you need alpha transparency (
rgba) or when working with JavaScript canvas operations - HSL — Best for generating color variations. Change the lightness value to get lighter or darker shades of the same hue
For a full visual picker with gradient support and palette management, check the Color Picker & Palette tool.
Frequently asked questions
Which color formats can I convert between?
HEX, RGB, and HSL, with a live preview of the resulting color.
Is it accurate for CSS use?
Yes, the output formats are valid CSS color values you can paste directly into stylesheets.
Does it run privately?
Conversion happens entirely in your browser, so no data is sent anywhere.