Color Converter: HEX, RGB and RGBA
Convert color between HEX, RGB and RGBA both ways, with a real-time preview.
Your data is never sent to any server.
The hex to RGB converter extracts the red, green and blue values from any hex color code in an instant. Enter the 6-digit code and get the three numeric channels ready to use in CSS, Canvas or any API that works with RGB colors.
What it’s for
- Dynamic CSS: use the R, G, B values in
rgba()to add transparency to a hex color from your palette. - Canvas and WebGL: these APIs work with numeric values per channel, not hex strings. This tool gives you the numbers directly.
- Image processing: filter, blend and brightness algorithms operate on integer values 0–255 per channel.
- Understanding a color: seeing the components separately helps you understand why a color leans a certain way and how to adjust it.
How to use Color Converter
- 1
Type the hex code
Enter the 6 hex characters of the color in the input field (without the
- 2
Wait for 6 characters
The conversion runs automatically once the code is exactly 6 digits long. The counter turns green to confirm it.
- 3
Read the R, G and B values
The result shows the three channels separately plus the full rgb() function ready to copy. A color swatch confirms the conversion is correct.
- 4
Copy the result
Press “Copy” to send the rgb() value to your clipboard.
Frequently asked questions
How many characters does the hex code need?
Exactly 6 (not counting the
Does it accept upper and lowercase letters?
Yes. The tool accepts both
What do the R, G and B values mean?
R is the red intensity, G the green and B the blue. Each ranges from 0 (none of that color) to 255 (maximum). Combining the three produces any color in the sRGB space.
Is my data sent to any server?
No. The conversion is purely mathematical and happens inside your browser.
Why would I need RGB values if I already have the hex?
Some languages and libraries (Canvas, WebGL, image processing) work with integer values per channel. Blends, gradients and brightness tweaks are also more intuitive with separate R, G and B than with a full hex code.