#FF9800 Hex Color

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This bright orange shade glows with energy, optimism, and fun. It feels warm and fresh, making it perfect for sports branding, autumn designs, or youth marketing. Artists often use this color to spark creativity and a sense of adventure. The hex code for this vibrant orange is #ff9800. How will you use this bold, neon-inspired hue in your next project?

Questions about #ff9800

What is #ff9800 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ff9800 is rgb(255, 152, 0), in HSL hsl(36, 100%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 100%, 0%.
Is #ff9800 readable on white or black?
#ff9800 has a 2.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.74:1 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.