Contrast Checker
Test the contrast ratio of your foreground and background colors to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AAA standards.
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WCAG 2.1 Guidelines
- AA: Requires 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text.
- AAA: Requires 7:1 for normal text and 4.5:1 for large text.
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This is how your text will look against the selected background color. Accessibility ensures that everyone can consume your content effectively.
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Why Contrast Matters?
Color contrast is the difference in light between any two colors. In web design, it specifically refers to the difference between text (foreground) and the background.
Readability: Good contrast helps everyone read your content, especially in bright sun or low-light environments.
Inclusivity: People with low vision or color blindness rely on strong contrast to distinguish text from backgrounds.
Legal Compliance: WCAG 2.1 contrast standards are often legally required under ADA and the CA Unruh Act.
"Accessibility is not a feature, it's a fundamental right. Designing with high contrast is the first step toward digital equity."