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Contrast Checker

Check WCAG AA & AAA color contrast ratios for accessible design.

Contrast Ratio

The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog

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About WCAG Contrast

  • WCAG AA Normal Text requires a minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1.
  • WCAG AA Large Text (≥18pt or 14pt bold) only requires 3:1.
  • WCAG AAA Normal Text demands the stricter 7:1 ratio for enhanced accessibility.
  • WCAG AAA Large Text requires at least 4.5:1.
  • Contrast ratio is calculated from the relative luminance of each color per WCAG 2.1 guidelines.
  • Aim for AA compliance at minimum — AAA is recommended for body text and critical UI elements.