CSS Gradient Generator

How to use

1. Choose type — Select linear or radial gradient
2. Pick colors — Set start and end colors with stops
3. Copy CSS — Copy the generated CSS rule

What Is a CSS Gradient Generator?

A CSS gradient generator creates the CSS code needed to display smooth color transitions as backgrounds. Instead of using flat colors or images, gradients add depth and visual interest to your designs with zero extra file downloads.

Types of CSS Gradients

• Linear gradients: Colors transition along a straight line. You control the direction with an angle value (e.g., 135° for diagonal).
• Radial gradients: Colors transition outward from a center point, creating circular or elliptical effects.
• Conic gradients: Colors rotate around a center point, like a color wheel (not covered in this tool).

Design Tips

Use subtle gradients (similar hues, low contrast) for backgrounds — they add depth without overwhelming content. Use vibrant gradients for hero sections, buttons, and call-to-action elements. Keep text readable over gradients by ensuring sufficient contrast. Test gradients on both light and dark backgrounds.

Performance Benefits

CSS gradients are rendered by the browser with zero HTTP requests, making them faster than background images. They scale perfectly at any resolution, including high-DPI displays. They're also easy to animate with CSS transitions for interactive effects.

Privacy

All generation happens in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.

Convert colors with the Color Converter. Generate box shadows with the Box Shadow Generator.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between linear and radial?

Linear gradients transition colors along a straight line at an angle. Radial gradients transition from a center point outward in a circle or ellipse.

Can I add more than two color stops?

This tool supports two stops for simplicity. For multi-stop gradients, copy the output and add stops manually in your CSS.

What angle should I use?

135° (top-left to bottom-right) is the most popular. 90° goes top to bottom, 0° goes bottom to top, and 180° goes top to bottom.

Do gradients work in all browsers?

Yes, CSS gradients are supported in all modern browsers without vendor prefixes.

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