Hex ↔ RGB Color Converter
Free online tool to convert between hexadecimal and RGB color formats instantly. Perfect for web developers, designers, and anyone working with colors in digital projects.
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How to Use This Tool
Using our hex to RGB converter is simple and straightforward. Start by selecting your conversion direction using the toggle buttons above – choose Hex → RGB to convert hexadecimal colors to RGB format, or RGB → Hex to convert RGB values to hexadecimal. For hex input, type or paste your color code (with or without the # symbol). For RGB input, enter the red, green, and blue values (0-255) in their respective fields.
The conversion happens instantly as you type, showing you the result in real-time along with a color preview. Once converted, you can copy the result to your clipboard with one click using the "Copy to Clipboard" button. If you need to start over, the "Clear" button will reset all fields. Not sure what values to use? Click "Load Example" to see sample data and understand how the conversion works.
All processing happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your data never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy and security. No account registration, no data storage, no tracking – just fast, reliable conversion whenever you need it.
Common Use Cases
Color format conversion is essential in web development, graphic design, and digital art. Developers use hex to RGB conversion when working with CSS styles, JavaScript color manipulation, and canvas graphics. RGB values are often needed for programmatic color adjustments, while hexadecimal codes are preferred for CSS styling and HTML color attributes.
Common scenarios include converting design mockup colors to code, adjusting colors in JavaScript, creating color schemes, working with CSS preprocessors, and debugging color issues. For example, you might receive hex codes from a designer but need RGB values for JavaScript animations, or you might generate RGB colors programmatically and need to convert them to hex for CSS.
This converter is invaluable for web developers, UI/UX designers, digital artists, and anyone working with colors in digital projects. It provides instant bidirectional conversion and shows multiple output formats for maximum flexibility in your workflow.
Why Use Our Color Converter?
Lightning Fast
Instant conversion as you type with real-time color preview. No delays or waiting for results.
100% Private
All processing happens in your browser. Your colors never leave your device – complete privacy guaranteed.
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See your color instantly with live preview. Perfect for designers and developers working with colors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is hexadecimal color format?
Hexadecimal color format uses a six-digit code preceded by # to represent colors in HTML and CSS. The first two digits represent red, the next two represent green, and the last two represent blue. For example, #FF5733 means maximum red (FF), medium green (57), and low blue (33). Hex codes range from 00 (no color) to FF (maximum intensity).
How do I convert hex to RGB?
Simply paste or type your hex color code in the input field (with or without the # symbol), and select "Hex → RGB" mode. The conversion happens instantly, showing you the RGB values along with a color preview. You'll see the result in multiple formats including rgb() function format and individual R, G, B values.
What are RGB values?
RGB stands for Red, Green, Blue – the three primary colors of light. RGB values range from 0 to 255 for each channel. For example, rgb(255, 87, 51) means 255 red (maximum), 87 green (medium), and 51 blue (low). RGB values are commonly used in JavaScript, CSS rgb() functions, and programmatic color manipulation.
Can I use short hex codes (3 digits)?
Yes! Short hex codes like #FFF or #F00 are supported. These are shorthand for colors where each digit pair is the same – #FFF equals #FFFFFF (white), and #F00 equals #FF0000 (red). Our converter automatically handles both 3-digit and 6-digit hex codes.
Is this tool safe for color work?
Absolutely! All conversions happen entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No color data is ever sent to any server or stored anywhere. This makes it perfect for confidential design work, brand colors, or any color information you want to keep private.