#000201 Hex Color
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This near-black tone carries a heavy, ashy quality that feels more grounded than standard jet black. With a high contrast ratio of 20.8:1 against white, #000201 serves as a sophisticated base for dark mode interfaces or premium editorial branding. Use this hex code when you need an authoritative background that avoids the sterile look of pure digital black.
Questions about #000201
What is #000201 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #000201 is rgb(0, 2, 1), in HSL hsl(150, 100%, 0%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 50%, 99%.
When should I use #000201 instead of pure black?
Use #000201 when your design requires an authoritative foundation without the harsh, sterile feeling of pure digital black. It functions beautifully for dark mode interfaces because its subtle ashy quality keeps text readable while maintaining a premium, organic depth.
Is #000201 readable on white or black?
#000201 has a 20.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.00:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.