HEX to RGB Converter
Convert HEX color codes to RGB values — and back — as you type, with a live preview swatch. 100% free and private.
The HEX to RGB Converter translates color codes between the HEX format used in CSS and design files and the RGB values used in color pickers. Type a six-digit HEX code to see its red, green and blue components instantly, or enter RGB numbers to get the matching HEX. Designers, developers and students use it to match brand colors and fix stylesheets fast.
How to use the HEX to RGB Converter
- Type a HEX code like #4f46e5 in the HEX field, or enter values from 0 to 255 in the R, G and B boxes.
- Watch the other format update instantly as you type, with the preview swatch showing the exact color.
- Use Copy HEX or Copy RGB to copy the converted value straight to your clipboard.
HEX to RGB Converter — FAQs
What is the difference between HEX and RGB?
HEX and RGB describe the same color in different ways. A HEX code like #4f46e5 is shorthand for three RGB numbers, where each digit pair represents the red, green and blue channel. RGB writes those three channels as separate numbers from 0 to 255. Both are valid in CSS, so converting between them is a daily task for designers.
Can I use 3-digit shorthand HEX codes?
Yes. Shorthand codes like #abc are automatically expanded to #aabbcc before conversion, since each digit is simply doubled. The tool accepts both 3-digit and 6-digit codes, with or without the leading hash symbol, and always outputs the full six-digit HEX code alongside the matching RGB values for maximum compatibility.
Why do the RGB inputs clamp at 255?
Each RGB channel is a single byte of color data, so the maximum meaningful value is 255 — anything higher is simply not a valid color. The tool clamps out-of-range entries automatically and treats empty fields as zero, so you never get a broken result no matter what you type into the boxes.
Is my color data uploaded anywhere?
No. Every conversion happens locally in your browser using JavaScript, so your colors and codes never leave your device. There is no account, no tracking of your inputs and no server round-trip — the tool works even with your internet connection turned off completely.