Web-Safe Color Chart
A compact reference for classic web-safe colors and how to think about them in modern design work.
Color Reference
Web-safe red
#CC0000
A classic 216-color palette red.
Web-safe orange
#FF9900
Strong accent or warning candidate.
Web-safe yellow
#FFFF00
High energy but weak for text backgrounds without dark foregrounds.
Web-safe green
#009900
Classic green with good recognizability.
Web-safe cyan
#00CCCC
Bright accent that should be used carefully.
Web-safe blue
#0033CC
Strong link or action color.
Are web-safe colors still required?
No. Modern displays support far more colors. Web-safe charts are mainly useful for legacy references, teaching, and understanding older palettes.
FAQ
How should I use this web-safe color reference? v
Use it as a starting point, then test the exact foreground, background, and UI state colors in the context where they will appear.
Are the HEX values ready to copy? v
Yes. The listed values are formatted for CSS, design files, and token documentation.
Should I still check contrast? v
Yes. Any color used for text, icons, controls, or status messages should be checked against its actual background.
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