#0098D2 Hex Color
Steady, cool blue built for trust
#0098d2 is a medium blue with a slightly muted, cool edge. It reads dependable rather than flashy, so it suits finance and tech branding. Pair it with warm coral for contrast, or soften it with a touch of gray (see how to make gray). Black text on #0098d2 reaches about 6.4:1 contrast, enough for AA body text. The hex code works well for buttons, links, and UI accents.
Questions about #0098d2
What is #0098d2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0098d2 is rgb(0, 152, 210), in HSL hsl(197, 100%, 41%) and in CMYK 100%, 28%, 0%, 18%.
What colors pair well with #0098d2?
Warm coral and burnt orange give strong complementary contrast against #0098d2, while charcoal and navy keep it corporate. Cream softens it for friendlier, more approachable layouts.
Is black or white text better on #0098d2?
Black text is the safer choice. It reaches about 6.4:1 contrast on #0098d2, which passes WCAG AA for body text, while white text falls short for small type.
Is #0098d2 readable on white or black?
#0098d2 has a 3.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.42:1 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.