#5A70C9 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
The hex code for this cool, unsaturated indigo is #5a70c9. It feels professional and measured, making it ideal for finance or technology interfaces. Because it sits in the middle, it functions best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background. Since black text provides solid contrast against this shade, it remains readable even in small body type.
Questions about #5a70c9
What is #5a70c9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5a70c9 is rgb(90, 112, 201), in HSL hsl(228, 51%, 57%) and in CMYK 55%, 44%, 0%, 21%.
Where does #5a70c9 work best in UI design?
#5a70c9 functions most effectively as a secondary or accent color rather than a primary background shade. It provides a steady, professional anchor for data-heavy dashboards, financial interfaces, or tech-focused branding that requires a sense of reliable calm.
Is #5a70c9 readable on white or black?
#5a70c9 has a 4.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.59:1 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 works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.