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The gradient generator That Actually Makes CSS Gradients Easy

The Gradient Generator That Actually Makes CSS Gradients Easy
Writing CSS gradients by hand sounds simple until you're actually doing it. Three stops, an angle, percentage values — and you're tweaking numbers blind, refreshing the browser every 30 seconds just to see what changed.
A proper gradient generator solves all of this. You build visually, see the result live, and copy the production-ready CSS in one click.

Three Gradient Types — Switch Anytime
The gradient generator supports all three modern CSS gradient types — Linear, Radial, and Conic. The smart part: when you switch between types, your color stops carry over automatically. You don't lose your palette just because you changed the gradient type.

Interactive Multi-Stop Drag Bar
Click anywhere on the gradient bar to add a new color stop at that exact position. Drag handles left or right to reposition them. Click a stop to open the inline color picker and change its color. Remove any stop with the × button.
The bar renders the gradient live as you work — what you see is exactly what goes into the CSS output.

Angle Dial for Linear Gradients
Instead of guessing degree values, the gradient generator gives you a visual angle dial. Drag the knob and the gradient rotates in real time. Or type a number directly if you need a precise value. Small thing, but it makes a big difference.

One-Click CSS Copy
When your gradient looks right, hit Copy. The complete CSS background declaration is copied to your clipboard — correct syntax for whichever gradient type you're using. Paste straight into your project, no cleanup needed.

Try It Free
Free Color Tool's Gradient Generator is free, no login required, works in the browser. Build a gradient, copy the CSS, ship it.

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