Pinterest
Color Palette Generator
Pull the main colors from any image, see which text colors stay readable on them, and browse 47 palettes made for Pinterest pins.
47 color palettes for Pinterest pins
Every palette below has been checked so its text color is readable on its background (at least 4.5:1). Click any color to copy it.
How it works
Choose an image
A product photo, a blog image or your brand artwork. It stays on your device.
Get its main colors
The six main colors, with hex codes and how much of the image each one covers.
Pick readable text
Each color shows the text color that reads best on it, with its contrast ratio.
Why contrast matters on pins
Pins are seen small, on phones, while people scroll. Text that does not stand out from its background is skipped. The usual guideline for readable text (WCAG) is a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 - every "Aa" sample on this page shows its ratio, and every palette above passes it.
How to use the colors
- Match your image: use one of its own colors behind the headline so the pin looks like one piece.
- One accent: keep one strong color for the important word or the button.
- Same look, every pin: using the same palette makes your pins recognisable.
Next, make the image the right size with the Pinterest image resizer and check the text with the pin preview & SEO checker.
Frequently asked questions
How does the tool pick the colors?
It groups the pixels of your image into the six colors they are closest to, and shows how much of the image each one covers.
What is a good contrast ratio for text?
At least 4.5:1 for normal text is the common guideline (WCAG). Bigger, bold text can get away with 3:1.
Is my image uploaded?
No. Everything happens in your browser - your image never leaves your device.
Can I use these palettes for my pins?
Yes, they are free to use. Copy any hex code by clicking the color.
Want this fully automated?
SiteToSocial designs pins in your chosen palettes for every page of your website and posts them to Pinterest for you.
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