#0072FF Hex Color
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Bright and highly saturated, #0072ff has a cool, clean character that signals energy, focus, and dependable control. Its strong intensity suits call-to-action buttons, technology interfaces, finance tools, and security-focused branding. Use it as a small accent against white or charcoal rather than a full-page background. The hex code #0072ff provides about 4.9:1 contrast with black text, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #0072ff
What is #0072ff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0072ff is rgb(0, 114, 255), in HSL hsl(213, 100%, 50%) and in CMYK 100%, 55%, 0%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #0072ff?
#0072ff pairs well with white for crisp contrast, charcoal for a softer professional interface, and pale cool tints for layered depth, while warm neutrals can balance its energetic blue in branding and interface palettes. Use its saturated blue as an accent, since large areas can feel visually intense.
Is #0072ff readable on white or black?
#0072ff has a 4.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.85:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.