Which WCAG thresholds are checked?
Normal text is checked at 4.5:1 for AA and 7:1 for AAA. Large text is checked at 3:1 for AA and 4.5:1 for AAA. UI components and graphical objects are checked at 3:1 for AA where WCAG 2.2 Success Criterion 1.4.11 applies.
What counts as large text?
WCAG defines large-scale text as at least 18 pt (24 CSS px) regular or 14 pt (about 18.7 CSS px) bold. Other text should use the normal-text thresholds.
Does a passing result guarantee WCAG compliance?
No. This automated check evaluates one opaque colour pair. Manual review is still required for context, interactive states, component boundaries, images, gradients and all other applicable requirements.
Are rounded ratios used for pass or fail?
No. The interface displays two decimal places, but every pass or fail decision uses the full unrounded contrast ratio.
Are transparent colours supported?
No. Enter opaque 3- or 6-digit hex colours. Transparent colours must first be composited against their actual background before checking the resulting colour.
Are my colours uploaded?
No. The calculation and preview run locally in your browser without sending or persisting the colour values.