Enter a hex code to get detailed color information, schemes, and CSS
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How It Works
Get exact color codes from any image in three simple steps.
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Upload Your Image
Click the upload button or drag and drop any photo, screenshot, or artwork. Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, SVG, and more — all processed locally in your browser.
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Click Any Pixel
Move your cursor over the canvas and click on any pixel to sample its exact color. A magnifier helps you pinpoint the precise shade even at small scales.
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Copy the Color Code
Instantly see your color in HEX, RGB, HSL, CMYK, and HSV formats. Click any copy button to put the value straight on your clipboard and use it in Figma, CSS, Photoshop, or anywhere else.
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Click anywhere on your image to instantly get the exact color code.
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Multiple Formats
Get colors in HEX, RGB, HSL, HSV, and CMYK. Copy with one click.
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100% Private
Your images never leave your browser. All processing is local.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an image color picker?
An image color picker is a tool that lets you extract the exact color code from any pixel in a photo or graphic. You upload your image, click on any area, and the tool instantly shows the color in HEX, RGB, HSL, CMYK, and HSV formats. This is useful for designers, developers, and anyone who needs to match or reproduce a specific color from visual content. Unlike desktop apps, our tool works entirely in the browser — no installation required.
Is this color picker free?
Yes — Color From Pic is completely free with no account required, no watermarks, and no usage limits. You can upload as many images as you want and extract as many colors as you need. There is no premium tier; every feature is available to every visitor at no cost, and that will not change.
Are my images stored on your servers?
No. All image processing happens entirely in your browser using the HTML5 Canvas API. Your photos are never uploaded to any server, meaning your images stay completely private and secure. This local-processing approach also makes the tool extremely fast — there is no network round-trip — and it keeps working even if you lose internet after the page has loaded.
What image formats are supported?
The tool supports all major image formats that modern browsers can display: JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP, SVG, AVIF, and BMP. Simply drag and drop your file onto the canvas or click the upload button to get started. Very large files may take a moment to render, but format support is handled natively by your browser without any plugins needed.
What color formats does the tool provide?
When you click a pixel, you instantly see its value in five formats: HEX (e.g. #FF5733), RGB (e.g. rgb(255, 87, 51)), HSL, HSV, and CMYK. You can copy any value with one click. The tool also shows complementary colors, tints, and shades derived from your selected color, giving you a complete picture of the color's design context.
Can I build a color palette from an image?
Yes. The Palette section below the image canvas automatically extracts and displays the dominant colors found in your uploaded image. Click any swatch to copy its HEX code. This is ideal for brand color extraction, UI design inspiration, matching colors across design assets, or simply exploring the color story of any photograph or artwork.
Can I use this tool on mobile?
Yes. The tool is fully responsive and works on smartphones and tablets as well as desktops. On a touchscreen, tap any area of your image to pick its color. You can upload photos directly from your phone's camera roll or take a new photo. The interface automatically adjusts its layout for smaller screens so every feature remains accessible.
How is this different from other color pickers?
Most color pickers only let you choose from a gradient or wheel — they cannot extract colors from real images. Color From Pic is built specifically for image-based extraction, letting you click any pixel to get its exact value. Beyond extraction, the tool offers a full suite of color utilities including a contrast checker, palette generator, gradient maker, color wheel, and color mixer — all free, all in the browser, with no uploads or accounts needed.
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