#0BA8E6 Hex Color
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This bright, saturated blue feels cold and controlled. Because it evokes feelings of security and professional reliability, it is a frequent choice for finance and technology brands. The hex code for this energetic shade is #0ba8e6. Designers often use this color to convey honesty and stability in law enforcement or government websites.
Questions about #0ba8e6
What is #0ba8e6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0ba8e6 is rgb(11, 168, 230), in HSL hsl(197, 91%, 47%) and in CMYK 95%, 27%, 0%, 10%.
When is #0ba8e6 most effective in web design?
This shade works exceptionally well for call-to-action buttons or primary accents in financial and technology interfaces where you need to project stability, security, and institutional trust without feeling overly warm or casual. It maintains high readability on clean white backgrounds.
Does #0ba8e6 pair well with dark backgrounds?
It creates a sharp, high-contrast look against deep charcoal or black backgrounds, which is a popular technique for modern data-heavy dashboards. Just ensure your text contrast ratio meets accessibility guidelines when layering this vibrant blue against darker UI elements.
Is #0ba8e6 readable on white or black?
#0ba8e6 has a 2.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.75:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.