What image formats does ColorSense support?

ColorSense works with JPG and PNG files. For best results, use images with clear, distinct colors rather than heavily filtered or very dark photos.

Does ColorSense upload my images to a server?

No. All color extraction runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your images are never sent to any server — they stay on your device.

How many colors does it extract?

ColorSense extracts the 5 most dominant, vibrant hues from your image. It filters out near-grey or very low-saturation shades so you get useful, distinct colors.

What is WCAG contrast and why does it matter?

WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) defines minimum contrast ratios between text and background colors. A ratio of 4.5:1 or higher earns an AA rating — the standard required for most websites. ColorSense checks this automatically for every color you extract.

Can I use the extracted colors in Figma or Canva?

Yes. Click any swatch to copy its HEX code, then paste it directly into Figma's color picker, Canva's brand colors, Adobe XD, CSS, or any other design tool that accepts hex values.

The core image color extractor, WCAG checker, palette library, and Color Bot are completely free with no signup required. AI tools like Brand Kit Creator and Palette Health Score are also free to try.

ColorSense — Free Color Palette Generator

ColorSense is a free color palette generator that identifies the most dominant and vibrant hues in any uploaded photo. This palette generator runs entirely in your browser — upload a picture and instantly receive precise HEX and RGB values. No signup, no software, no cost.

Graphic designers, marketers, brand strategists, and content creators use ColorSense to build cohesive palettes from real images in seconds. Apply color theory, find the right color combination, or explore 235+ curated color schemes — all in one place.

How to Get Colors from a Photo

Click Upload an image or drag and drop any JPG or PNG onto the tool.
ColorSense automatically identifies the 5 most dominant, vibrant hues in your photo.
Click any swatch to copy its HEX code to your clipboard in one click.
Review the WCAG 2.1 accessibility contrast ratio for each color against white and black.
Click Download palette to save your results as a shareable PNG image.

Curated Color Schemes and Palette Library

Not sure where to start? Browse 235+ hand-picked palettes spanning every mood and season. From warm sunset gradients to cool ocean-inspired blues, every palette is ready to copy and use in your next project.

Popular palette categories include:

Monochromatic — variations of a single hue
Complementary — opposite colors on the wheel for high contrast
Analogous — adjacent hues for a harmonious, cohesive feel
Triadic — three evenly spaced hues for bold, balanced contrast
Neutral and earth tones — timeless, versatile background colors

Accessibility and Design Quality Built In

Every extracted color is automatically checked against WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards. You see a contrast ratio and an AA / AAA / Fail badge for each hue — so you know immediately whether it meets web accessibility requirements.

ColorSense also includes Palette Health Score, which rates any palette across five dimensions: contrast, harmony, balance, vibrancy, and completeness. An AI model then suggests specific improvements.

Color Bot is a built-in AI assistant that answers any design or color question — from explaining why two hues clash to recommending a brand palette for a specific industry.

Key Features

Instant image color extractor — runs in the browser, no server upload
Identifies 5 dominant hues with HEX and RGB values
235+ curated palettes across 15 categories
WCAG 2.1 contrast checker with AA/AAA/Fail ratings
Download palette as PNG — one click
AI Brand Kit Creator — colors, fonts, and brand personality from a logo
Palette Health Score — AI-powered scoring and fix suggestions
Website Color Analyzer — extract and score any site's color palette
No signup required

Try ColorSense free at colorsense.online.