Color Palette Extractor

Extract dominant colors from any image locally — build brand palettes from photos and designs.

Images never leave your browser.

What this tool does

Extracting colors from hero photos ensures social graphics match your photography aesthetic.

Dominant color swatches feed brand guides, CSS variables, and Canva palettes.

How to use it

  1. 1

    Upload your image (processed locally in browser).

  2. 2

    View extracted dominant colors with hex codes.

  3. 3

    Copy hex values for your brand guide, CSS, or design tools.

Using extracted colors

Pick 1 primary and 2 accent colors from extraction — too many swatches dilutes brand identity.

Verify contrast with color contrast checker before using as text/background pairs.

Tips

  • Extract from your best-performing post images for audience-resonant palettes.
  • Document hex codes in a shared brand sheet.

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Frequently asked questions

How many colors are extracted?▼

The tool identifies the most dominant colors — typically 5–8 swatches depending on the image.

Is my image uploaded?▼

No. Color extraction runs on canvas locally — images never leave your device.