WCAG Contrast — Contrast Checker Online Free

Check WCAG color contrast ratio online for free. Fast, secure, no installation. Use FlexyPdf's Contrast Checker.

Normal Text (14px)

Large Text Preview

The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. This is how your text will look with the selected color combination.

Contrast Ratio

14.63:1

Excellent

AA Normal Text

Min 4.5:1

AA Large Text

Min 3:1

AAA Normal Text

Min 7:1

AAA Large Text

Min 4.5:1

AA UI Components

Min 3:1

Need to check WCAG color contrast ratio? FlexyPdf's Contrast Checker includes a powerful wcag contrast capability that makes this easy. This page focuses specifically on the wcag contrast functionality — how it works, when to use it, and tips for getting the best results. All processing happens in your browser for maximum speed and privacy. No software to install, no account to create.

How to Use Contrast Checker

1

Select Colors

Enter or pick your foreground (text) and background colors using HEX codes or the color picker.

2

View Contrast Ratio

See the contrast ratio displayed prominently along with an overall accessibility rating.

3

Check WCAG Compliance

Review pass/fail results for each WCAG level: AA Normal, AA Large, AAA Normal, AAA Large, and UI Components.

Features

WCAG 2.1 Compliance

Check against all WCAG contrast requirements for text and UI components.

Live Text Preview

See how your color combination looks with actual text in a preview panel.

Color Swap

Quickly swap foreground and background colors with one click.

Clear Pass/Fail

Visual pass/fail indicators for each WCAG criterion.

Benefits of Using Contrast Checker

Completely Free

Use Contrast Checker without any cost, limits, or hidden fees. No premium plans needed.

No Installation

Works directly in your browser. No software downloads or plugins required.

100% Private

Your files and data are processed locally. Nothing is uploaded to external servers.

Works Everywhere

Compatible with Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge on desktop, tablet, and mobile.

No Sign-Up

Start using the tool immediately. No account creation or email verification.

Always Available

Access this tool 24/7 from anywhere in the world, on any device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Open FlexyPdf's Contrast Checker, load your data, and use the WCAG Contrast feature. Results are available instantly in your browser.
Yes. All features including WCAG Contrast are completely free with no limits or restrictions.
Yes. The tool is fully responsive and works on all devices including phones and tablets.
Start with the default settings, then adjust based on your needs. Check the tips section above for best practices.
Yes. All features work together. You can use WCAG Contrast alongside any other capability of the Contrast Checker.