Free Color Palette Generator
Generate a full color palette — shades, tints, and harmonies — from any base color.
How to generate a color palette
- Pick a base color, or type a hex code directly.
- The palette updates instantly with shades, tints, and harmony colors.
- Select any swatch to copy its hex code.
What each harmony means
Complementary is the color directly opposite on the color wheel, useful for high-contrast accents. Analogous colors sit near the base color for a cohesive look. Triadic colors are evenly spaced around the wheel for a balanced, vibrant palette.
Common use cases
- Generate a set of complementary colors for a design
- Create shades and tints of a brand color
- Find matching triadic or analogous colors for a palette
Frequently asked questions
Is this tool free?
Yes. It is completely free, with no signup and no limits.
Is my color choice uploaded anywhere?
No. The palette is generated entirely in your browser.
How do I copy a color?
Select any swatch to copy its hex code to your clipboard instantly.
What's the difference between this and Color Picker/Converter?
Color Picker/Converter converts one color between HEX, RGB, and HSL. This tool generates a full related palette — shades, tints, and harmony colors — from a single base color.
How are shades and tints calculated?
By keeping the base color's hue and saturation constant and adjusting lightness up (tints) or down (shades), a standard, predictable way to create a consistent family of related colors.