#FF002F Hex Color
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Aggressive and unmissable, this saturated red demands instant attention. Because #ff002f is so visually intense, it works best as a surgical accent or a call-to-action button rather than a large background. It pairs surprisingly well with dark charcoal grays for a modern, high-contrast UI. The hex code for this powerful red is #ff002f, and it provides enough contrast for readable black text in small sizes.
Questions about #ff002f
What is #ff002f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ff002f is rgb(255, 0, 47), in HSL hsl(349, 100%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 82%, 0%.
Where should I use #ff002f in a user interface?
Use #ff002f exclusively for high-priority interactive elements like primary call-to-action buttons or critical alerts. Because this red is so visually stimulating, applying it to large background areas often overwhelms the user and diminishes the readability of overlying text.
What colors pair well with the intensity of #ff002f?
Neutral darks such as charcoal or deep slate grays provide the most effective contrast for #ff002f. These muted tones anchor the brightness of the red, preventing it from appearing cluttered while keeping the overall design aesthetic modern and professional.
Is #ff002f readable on white or black?
#ff002f has a 3.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.29:1 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.