Color Palette Generator Free — From a Base Color

What is Palette Generator?

Palette Generator is a free browser-based color tool. All color calculations and conversions run locally in your browser. No data is sent to any server. Works with HEX, RGB, HSL and other color formats.

This tool lets you generate palettes from a base color without installing any software or creating an account. Everything runs directly in your browser for maximum privacy. Your files and data never leave your device.

Use it for quick tasks at any time from any device — desktop, tablet or mobile. No subscription, no ads, no limits.

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Instant results

No server processing or wait

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100% private

Files stay on your device

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Always free

No subscription or fees

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Mobile ready

Works on any device

How to use Palette Generator

Open the Palette Generator tool
Enter your input data or upload your file
Configure the settings for your use case
Download or copy the result

Why use OnlineToolsPlus?

Color tools on OnlineToolsPlus handle all conversions and calculations locally in your browser. Convert between HEX, RGB, HSL, CMYK and CSS formats instantly. Generate palettes, gradients and accessibility contrast ratios. Whether you are designing for screen or print, the tools give you accurate color values without any account or software.

Frequently asked questions

How many colors does the generator produce?

The generator produces a primary palette of 5-6 colors plus tints and shades of the base color, giving you a comprehensive system to work with.

What color harmony types are generated?

Complementary, analogous, triadic, and split-complementary palettes are all generated from your base color.

Can I export the palette?

Copy individual HEX codes or export the full palette as CSS variables for direct use in your stylesheet.

How do I choose a good base color?

Start with your primary brand color or the dominant color you want to build from. The generator creates supporting colors that work harmoniously with your choice.

Does it work offline?

Yes.

What is the difference between a tint and a shade?

A tint is the color mixed with white, making it lighter. A shade is the color mixed with black, making it darker. Both are created by adjusting the lightness value in HSL while keeping hue and saturation constant.

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Last updated: April 11, 2026

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