Generators
CSS Gradient Generator
Design CSS gradients with a live preview and copy-ready code.
What is the CSS Gradient Generator?
Gradients blend two or more colors into a smooth transition, and they are everywhere in modern web design — hero sections, buttons, cards and backgrounds. This free CSS gradient generator lets you design linear and radial gradients visually with a live preview, then copies the exact CSS you need. No more guessing color-stop syntax or angle values.
How to use it
- Choose Linear for a directional blend or Radial for a glow spreading from the center.
- For linear gradients, drag the angle slider (0–360°) to set the direction.
- Adjust the two default color stops, or click + Add stop to use up to four colors.
- Drag each stop's position slider to control where colors blend.
- Watch the live preview update, then click Copy CSS to grab the code.
Key features
- Live preview box that updates with every change.
- Linear gradients with full 0–360° angle control.
- Radial gradients with circular spread.
- Two to four color stops with individual position sliders.
- Clean, copy-ready CSS output with no extra fluff.
Real-world use cases
- Designing hero section backgrounds that look premium without images.
- Creating gradient buttons and badges that pop.
- Building image overlays so white text stays readable on photos.
- Prototyping brand color blends before committing them to a stylesheet.
Practical tips
- Subtle gradients (neighboring hues, 90–135°) look more professional than harsh rainbow blends.
- Test your gradient behind real text to make sure contrast stays readable.
- For dark luxury themes, blend deep tones like navy into charcoal with a gold accent stop.
- Paste the copied CSS into any stylesheet or inline style — it works in all modern browsers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between linear and radial gradients?
Linear gradients blend colors along a straight line at an angle you choose. Radial gradients blend outward from a center point in a circle, which is great for glows and vignettes.
How many color stops can I use?
Between two and four. Two stops give a clean blend, while three or four let you build richer multi-color transitions. You can remove extra stops any time.
Will this CSS work in all browsers?
Yes. The standard linear-gradient and radial-gradient syntax is supported by all modern browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge, with no prefixes needed.
What does the angle mean in a linear gradient?
The angle sets the direction of the blend: 0deg points upward, 90deg points right, 180deg points down and 270deg points left. 90deg is the classic left-to-right blend.
Can I use the gradient as a text color?
Yes — pair background: with -webkit-background-clip: text and transparent color in your own CSS. This tool gives you the gradient itself; text clipping is a one-line addition.