Codes & values
- Color Name
Aqua - Color ID
KDF-C-00065535 - HEX
#00FFFF - RGB
rgb(0, 255, 255) - RGBA
rgba(0, 255, 255, 1) - HSL
hsl(180, 100%, 50%) - HSLA
hsla(180, 100%, 50%, 1) - HSV / HSB
hsv(180, 100%, 100%) - CMYK
cmyk(100%, 0%, 0%, 0%) - Light / Dark
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Quick answers
- What is the HEX code for Aqua?
- #00FFFF
- What is Aqua RGB?
- rgb(0, 255, 255)
- What is Aqua HSL?
- hsl(180, 100%, 50%)
- What is Aqua CMYK?
- cmyk(100%, 0%, 0%, 0%)
What is Aqua?
Aqua is a curated cyan family color at #00FFFF. It appears in our library with tags for web, design, ui, gradient and matches the CSS named color keyword. This mid-range shade works as a primary brand or UI accent when contrast with text is verified. Temperature lean: cool — calmer, often used for tech, healthcare, and finance trust..
Aqua HEX code
The HEX code for Aqua is #00FFFF. Paste it into CSS as color: #00FFFF; or background-color: #00FFFF;. Design tools accept the same six-digit value without the # prefix (00ffff).
Aqua RGB
Aqua in RGB is rgb(0, 255, 255) (channels R 0, G 255, B 255). Use RGB when you need opacity via rgba(0, 255, 255, 1).
Aqua HSL & HSV
HSL is hsl(180, 100%, 50%) — useful for generating lighter/darker variants by adjusting lightness. HSV/HSB is hsv(180, 100%, 100%), closer to how many digital pickers expose hue, saturation, and brightness.
Aqua CMYK
Approximate CMYK for Aqua is cmyk(100%, 0%, 0%, 0%). Screen HEX/RGB values are device-dependent; for print, always soft-proof in your print profile rather than relying on a web conversion alone.
Shades of Aqua
Darker shades (mixed toward black): #00D5D5, #00AAAA, #008080, #005555, #002A2A. Use deeper shades for hover states, borders, and dark-mode accents.
Tints of Aqua
Lighter tints (mixed toward white): #2BFFFF, #55FFFF, #80FFFF, #AAFFFF, #D5FFFF. Tints work well for soft backgrounds, chips, and secondary buttons.
Colors that go with Aqua
Complementary pairing: #00FFFF, #FF0000. Analogous neighbors: #00FF80, #00FFFF, #007FFF. Triadic accents: #00FFFF, #FF00FF, #FFFF00. Always check text contrast when pairing.
Aqua color combinations
A practical combo: primary #00FFFF, complementary accent #FF0000, and a neutral charcoal or off-white for text and surfaces. Split-complementary options: #00FFFF, #FF0080, #FF8000.
Aqua in web design
Cyan and teal feel modern and technical. They suit dashboards, SaaS accents, and ocean-inspired branding when balanced with neutrals.
Aqua in branding
Teal brands feel fresh and digital-native — popular with fintech and travel startups. Contrast vs white is 1.25:1 (better as a large accent or background than small body text); vs black 16.75:1.
Aqua as a neon accent
Aqua reads neon/electric. Prefer dark backgrounds, use sparingly for logos and nightlife creatives, and verify contrast for any overlaid text.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HEX code for Aqua?
- Aqua: #00FFFF.
- What is Aqua RGB?
- Aqua: rgb(0, 255, 255).
- What is Aqua HSL?
- Aqua: hsl(180, 100%, 50%).
- What is Aqua CMYK?
- Aqua: cmyk(100%, 0%, 0%, 0%).
- What colors go with Aqua?
- Try complementary #00FFFF, #FF0000 or analogous #00FF80, #00FFFF, #007FFF.
- Is Aqua good for text on white?
- Not ideal for small body text (1.25:1). Use as a large heading, button, or background instead.
Accessibility snapshot
Contrast vs white: 1.25:1 (prefer large accent or background). Contrast vs black: 16.75:1. Complementary swatch: #00FFFF, #FF0000.
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