Measuring colours in a brand palette to check if they meet WCAG2 minimum contrast standards can be really tedious. We scoured the internet to find a tool that would make working with an entire palette easier but couldn’t find anything that was fit for purpose.
That’s why we built our own WCAG2 palette contrast checker tool and we want to share it with you! Now you too can get a clear matrix of an entire palette – no matter how many colours you want to input – with easy to interpret results.
Input the colours from your brand palette and click the ‘check palette’ button.
Our tool will:
Enter your brand palette colours and click ‘check palette’ to see which combinations pass the WCAG2 minimum contrast requirements.
Poor colour contrast can make your content unreadable for many users, including those with visual impairments, colour blindness, or ageing vision. According to the World Health Organisation, over 2.2 billion people worldwide have some form of visual impairment. By prioritising accessible design, you’re not just following best practices – you’re ensuring your digital content reaches and serves all users effectively.
While meeting WCAG 2 standards is crucial for legal compliance and accessibility certification, creating inclusive designs goes beyond checking boxes. Good contrast ratios improve readability for all users, enhance user experience in various lighting conditions, and demonstrate your commitment to universal design principles.
Are you looking to tweak your brand palette to enhance contrast or perhaps you want a complete brand refresh?
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