#010002 Hex Color
A grounded and organic near-black tone
This somber, sooty black sits right on the edge of pure darkness. It feels more grounded and less clinical than standard jet black, making it a natural choice for dark mode UI backgrounds or premium editorial spreads. Because the hex code #010002 has such extreme contrast, it pairs best with bright white typography or metallic silver accents. Avoid using it for large flat shapes where it might appear muddy.
Questions about #010002
What is #010002 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #010002 is rgb(1, 0, 2), in HSL hsl(270, 100%, 0%) and in CMYK 50%, 100%, 0%, 99%.
Why use #010002 instead of pure black for web design?
Pure black can feel harsh or clinical on digital screens, while #010002 provides a more grounded, organic depth. It reduces eye strain during long reading sessions and creates a more sophisticated, premium aesthetic for editorial-style dark mode layouts.
What accents pair best with the #010002 background?
Because #010002 is nearly pure black, high-contrast accents like crisp white typography or metallic silver work exceptionally well. For a softer look, consider muted slate or cool grays to maintain the somber mood without overpowering the dark base.
Is #010002 readable on white or black?
#010002 has a 20.95:1 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.