#DE0303 Hex Color
An intense and high-energy vibrant red
#de0303 is an incredibly saturated, high-energy red. Because of its intensity, it works best as an accent color rather than a large background, where it can easily overwhelm the eye. It creates excellent contrast for calls to action or alert buttons, especially when paired with white text. This specific hex code commands immediate attention and is ideal for designs needing a powerful visual impact.
Questions about #de0303
What is #de0303 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #de0303 is rgb(222, 3, 3), in HSL hsl(0, 97%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 99%, 99%, 13%.
How should I use #de0303 in my design projects?
Because #de0303 is incredibly saturated, it works best as an accent color rather than a primary background choice. Use it sparingly for critical alert buttons or specific visual calls to action that require the user to notice them immediately.
Is #de0303 readable on white or black?
#de0303 has a 5.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.12:1 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 only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.