#0076CF Hex Color
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Reach for #0076cf when a button or link needs to stand out. This vivid, cool blue reads as dependable and energetic, which suits finance, healthcare, and tech branding. The hex code #0076cf gives white text about 4.7:1 contrast, so it clears WCAG AA behind body copy. It works best as an accent; larger swatches can feel loud next to white. For calmer options, see other shades of blue.
Questions about #0076cf
What is #0076cf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0076cf is rgb(0, 118, 207), in HSL hsl(206, 100%, 41%) and in CMYK 100%, 43%, 0%, 19%.
What colors pair well with #0076cf?
Warm accents like amber and coral balance its cool cast, while charcoal or soft gray keeps the palette grounded. For a bolder look, pair it with bright yellow in small doses.
Is #0076cf readable on white or black?
#0076cf has a 4.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.49:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.