Color Contrast Analyzer
WCAG 2.1
21.00:1
Contrast Ratio
1
3
4.5
7
21
WCAG Compliance
Normal Text (AA)
PASS
4.5:1 required
Normal Text (AAA)
PASS
7:1 required
Large Text (AA)
PASS
3:1 required
Large Text (AAA)
PASS
4.5:1 required
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WCAG Information
About WCAG Standards
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) ensure content is accessible to people with visual impairments.
Minimum Requirements:
- Level AA: 4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text
- Level AAA: 7:1 for normal text, 4.5:1 for large text
What is Large Text?
Large text is defined as:
- 18pt (24px) or larger regular weight
- 14pt (18.66px) or larger bold text
Why Accessibility Matters
- Over 2.2 billion people have vision impairments
- Legal requirement in many countries
- Improves user experience for everyone
- Expands your potential audience
Performance Notes
- All calculations performed client-side for instant results
- Optimized algorithms ensure smooth performance
- Minimal dependencies for fast loading
- Local storage used for history persistence