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Create Beautiful CSS Gradients in Seconds - With Mesh Support

Generate stunning gradients for websites and social media. Linear, radial, conic, and exclusive mesh gradients. Export to any size instantly with perfect CSS code.

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Gradient Type

Color Stops

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100%

Direction

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Effects

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CSS Code

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #667eea 0%, #764ba2 100%);

Text Preview

1.94:1(Low contrast)

Keyboard Shortcuts:

Space Generate New
C Copy CSS
E Export Menu
H History
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What Makes Our Gradient Generator Special?

Mesh Gradients (Exclusive!)

The only free tool offering mesh gradient generation. Create organic, fluid color blends that competitors can't match.

Social Media Ready

Pre-sized templates for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and more. One-click export to any platform size.

Instant Export

Download gradients in any size as PNG. Batch export all social media sizes with one click.

Live Preview

See changes in real-time as you design. 60fps performance for smooth, responsive editing.

Perfect CSS Code

Copy production-ready code instantly. Cross-browser compatible with fallbacks included.

Text Readability

Built-in contrast checker ensures your text is always readable on gradient backgrounds.

Master Every Gradient Type

From simple linear gradients to complex mesh patterns, create any style you can imagine.

Linear Gradients

Create smooth color transitions along a straight line. Perfect for backgrounds, buttons, and headers.

  • 360° angle control
  • Up to 5 color stops
  • Precise position control

Radial Gradients

Generate circular gradients that radiate from a center point. Ideal for creating depth and focal points.

  • Circle or ellipse shape
  • Custom center position
  • Size control

Conic Gradients

Design color transitions around a center point. Perfect for pie charts and creative backgrounds.

  • Starting angle control
  • Center position
  • Color wheel effects

Mesh Gradients ✨

Our exclusive mesh gradient generator creates organic, fluid color blends no other tool offers.

  • 4-point color grid
  • Organic blending
  • Unique artistic effects

Perfect Sizes for Every Platform

Export your gradients in the exact dimensions needed for social media success.

YouTube

1280×720px

IG Post

1080×1080px

IG Story

1080×1920px

Twitter

1500×500px

LinkedIn

1584×396px

TikTok

1080×1920px

Facebook

820×312px

Custom

Any size

Gradient Design Best Practices

Color Theory

Choose colors that complement each other. Use analogous colors for harmony, complementary for contrast.

Readability

Maintain a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text to ensure accessibility.

Performance

CSS gradients load faster than images and look crisp on all screen sizes. Perfect for responsive design.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to create gradient background CSS?

Simply choose your gradient type (linear, radial, conic, or mesh), select your colors, adjust the angle or position, and copy the generated CSS code. Paste it into your stylesheet as a background property. Our tool generates cross-browser compatible code that works everywhere.

What size for YouTube thumbnail gradient?

YouTube thumbnails should be 1280×720 pixels (16:9 aspect ratio). Use our YouTube preset to automatically set the correct dimensions. You can also export at 2560×1440 for higher quality on retina displays.

How to make mesh gradients?

Select the Mesh option in gradient type, then use the 4-point color grid to create organic blends. Click any color point to change its color. This exclusive feature creates unique, artistic gradients that no other free tool offers. Perfect for modern, trendy designs.

Can I animate CSS gradients?

Yes! While our tool generates static gradients, you can easily animate them using CSS animations or transitions. Animate the background-position for moving gradients, or use multiple gradients with opacity changes for morphing effects. Add @keyframes to create stunning animated backgrounds.

Best gradients for Instagram stories?

Instagram stories (1080×1920px) work best with vibrant, eye-catching gradients. Try our Instagram templates featuring trendy color combinations. Use bright, contrasting colors for maximum impact. Mesh gradients are particularly popular for stories as they create unique, organic looks that stand out.

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