#FFBF01 Hex Color
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#ffbf01 is a bright, warm yellow with high saturation and a glowing, almost neon edge. Its energetic character suggests enthusiasm, opportunity, and quick action, making it effective for sale graphics, budget messaging, or construction accents. Use it as a small accent beside navy or charcoal rather than a full background. The hex code #ffbf01 supports black text at about 12.7:1 contrast.
Questions about #ffbf01
What is #ffbf01 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffbf01 is rgb(255, 191, 1), in HSL hsl(45, 100%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 100%, 0%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #ffbf01?
#ffbf01 pairs well with navy, charcoal, and muted purple because those darker, cooler tones balance its warm saturation. Use one for text, borders, or large support areas, while keeping the yellow as an accent for clear visual hierarchy.
Is #ffbf01 readable on white or black?
#ffbf01 has a 1.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.70:1 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.