#F52525 Hex Color
An intense, high-octane red accent
#f52525 is a high-octane red that demands immediate attention. This intense shade thrives as a strategic accent rather than a full background, perfect for driving conversions or highlighting critical UI elements. Because it meets WCAG AA standards for contrast, black text remains highly legible against it. Pair this hex code with desaturated charcoals or deep teals to ground its aggressive energy in your design.
Questions about #f52525
What is #f52525 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f52525 is rgb(245, 37, 37), in HSL hsl(0, 91%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 85%, 85%, 4%.
What colors pair well with #f52525?
Is #f52525 suitable for text usage?
While #f52525 meets accessibility standards for contrast when paired with black text, it is generally too intense for body copy. Use this shade exclusively for primary call-to-action buttons or small, critical alerts to maintain clear legibility and focus.
Is #f52525 readable on white or black?
#f52525 has a 4.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.17:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.