Color Converter
HEX, RGB and HSL.
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About Color Converter
Color Converter turns any HEX color into RGB and HSL instantly. Type a hex code or use the native color picker, and watch the RGB and HSL values, a large live preview swatch, and a channel breakdown update in real time. You can also edit the Red, Green, and Blue fields directly to build a color by hand.
It accepts 3- and 6-digit hex codes with or without a leading #, handles empty or invalid input gracefully, and includes one-click copy for each format. The tool is completely free and runs entirely in your browser, so no colors or data ever leave your device.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the Color Converter free to use?
- Yes, it is 100% free with no sign-up, account, or limits. Convert as many colors between HEX, RGB, and HSL as you like.
- Is my data uploaded or stored anywhere?
- No. All conversions happen locally in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing you type is sent to a server, saved, or tracked, so your colors stay completely private.
- What hex formats does it accept?
- It accepts standard 6-digit hex (like #3B82F6) and shorthand 3-digit hex (like #abc), with or without the leading # sign. Uppercase and lowercase letters both work.
- How do I convert HEX to RGB and HSL?
- Just type or paste a hex code into the HEX field, or use the color picker. The RGB and HSL values appear instantly below, each with a copy button so you can grab the format you need.
- Can I enter RGB values to get the HEX code?
- Yes. Edit the Red, Green, and Blue number fields (0-255) and the tool automatically updates the HEX code, HSL values, and the preview swatch to match.
- What is the difference between HEX, RGB, and HSL?
- HEX and RGB describe the same color using red, green, and blue channels (HEX in base-16, RGB in 0-255 numbers). HSL describes it as hue, saturation, and lightness, which is often easier for tweaking shades and tints.