#070607 Hex Color
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#070607 functions as a soot-toned near-black with a subtle, dusty neutrality. It lacks the harshness of pure black, offering a more organic, somber foundation for editorial layouts or premium branding. Pair it with metallic golds or creams for a sophisticated contrast. Since white text provides a high 20.2:1 contrast ratio, the hex code #070607 excels as a full-page background for dark mode interfaces.
Questions about #070607
What is #070607 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #070607 is rgb(7, 6, 7), in HSL hsl(300, 8%, 3%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 0%, 97%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
Is #070607 a better choice than pure black for website backgrounds?
Yes, #070607 is generally superior to pure black for digital backgrounds because its slight dusty quality reduces visual harshness and eye strain. It provides a softer, more organic transition for typography while maintaining excellent accessibility ratios against white or light-colored text.
What color palettes work well with the near-black tone of #070607?
Is #070607 readable on white or black?
#070607 has a 20.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.03:1 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.