#010304 Hex Color
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This sooty, near-black shade carries an air of mystery and serious authority. As a powerful, muted alternative to standard black, it brings immediate depth to typography and moody editorial designs. Use this hue for premium branding or clean, high-contrast backgrounds where elegance is required. The hex code for this color is #010304.
Questions about #010304
What is #010304 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #010304 is rgb(1, 3, 4), in HSL hsl(200, 60%, 1%) and in CMYK 75%, 25%, 0%, 98%.
How does #010304 differ from standard black?
This color acts as a softer, more sophisticated alternative to pure black because it incorporates subtle hints of blue and charcoal. It reduces the harsh visual intensity found in standard black while maintaining a deep, grounded aesthetic.
Where should I use this near-black shade?
Apply this hue to typography, borders, or backgrounds where you need high contrast without the clinical sharpness of true black. It works exceptionally well in luxury branding and digital interfaces requiring a premium, refined feel.
Is #010304 readable on white or black?
#010304 has a 20.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.01:1 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.