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Gradient Generator — Linear, Radial & Conic CSS Gradients

Build CSS gradients free — linear, radial, or conic with two colors and position sliders. Copy the background CSS instantly. No signup — create your gradient...

TL;DR: Choose linear, radial, or conic gradient type, set two colors with color pickers, adjust each color's position slider (0–100%), preview the result live, and copy the complete CSS background property string — all generated locally in your browser.

Reviewed by FYN Tools Editorial · Guides · Updated 2026-08-05

Privacy & processing: 100% client-side browser processing — the CSS gradient string is assembled from your selections in local React state; nothing is sent to a server.

Gradient Generator

Build CSS gradients free — linear, radial, or conic with two colors and position sliders. Copy the background CSS instantly. No signup — create your gradient...

Inputs: Gradient type (linear, radial, conic), two colors, direction (linear only), and two color position sliders
Outputs: A live visual preview and a copy-ready CSS background gradient string
Processing: Client-side (browser CSS string generation)
Limits: Two-color gradients only — no multi-stop gradients, repeating gradients, or angle input beyond linear direction presets

Quick steps

Select a gradient type: Linear, Radial, or Conic.
For linear gradients, choose a direction from the dropdown.
Pick Color 1 and Color 2 using the color inputs.
Adjust the position slider for each color (0–100%).
Review the live preview box showing the gradient.
Click Copy CSS to copy the background gradient string to your clipboard.

Linear, radial, and conic gradient types
Two color pickers with position sliders
Linear direction selector
Live gradient preview box
Copy CSS button

Data input / output

Supported inputs, outputs, formats, limits, and where processing runs for Gradient Generator
Inputs	Gradient type (linear, radial, conic), two colors, direction (linear only), and two color position sliders
Outputs	A live visual preview and a copy-ready CSS background gradient string
Formats	CSS background value: linear-gradient(), radial-gradient(), or conic-gradient()
Limits	Two-color gradients only — no multi-stop gradients, repeating gradients, or angle input beyond linear direction presets
Processing	Client-side (browser CSS string generation)

How to Use the Gradient Generator

Select a gradient type: Linear, Radial, or Conic.
For linear gradients, choose a direction from the dropdown.
Pick Color 1 and Color 2 using the color inputs.
Adjust the position slider for each color (0–100%).
Review the live preview box showing the gradient.
Click Copy CSS to copy the background gradient string to your clipboard.

What is a Gradient Generator?

Select a gradient type — Linear, Radial, or Conic — then pick two colors using the color inputs and adjust each color's position along the gradient axis with percentage sliders (0–100%). For linear gradients, a direction selector sets the angle (like to right, to bottom, or diagonal). The live preview box updates instantly to show exactly how the gradient will look as a CSS background.

The generated CSS string follows standard syntax: linear-gradient(direction, color1 N%, color2 N%), radial-gradient(circle, color1 N%, color2 N%), or conic-gradient(from 0deg, color1 N%, color2 N%). Click copy to grab the full background property value and paste it into your stylesheet, inline style, or Tailwind arbitrary value.

A useMemo or computed function builds the CSS string from current state whenever type, colors, direction, or positions change. The preview div applies the gradient as an inline background style so you see the exact result. A reset button restores defaults (linear, standard direction, default colors and positions).

How it works

Gradient Generator reads your input from the panel above, applies linear, radial, and conic gradient types, and shows a result you can copy or download. Options stay visible so you can iterate without reloading the page.

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Common Use Cases & Examples

Hero section background: Build a linear diagonal gradient from your brand primary to secondary, copy the CSS, and paste into your landing page stylesheet.
Radial spotlight effect: Switch to radial type, place a light color at center (0%) and a dark color at edge (100%) for a vignette-style background.
Conic color wheel mockup: Use conic-gradient with two colors at different positions to prototype a circular progress or color-wheel UI element.

Input / Output Examples

Input

Length: 12 | Include symbols: yes

Output

Generated output (e.g. password, placeholder text, code)

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of gradients can I create?+

You can create linear gradients (straight lines), radial gradients (circular), and conic gradients (angular) with multiple color stops and custom directions.

Can I add multiple colors to a gradient?+

Yes, you can add as many color stops as needed to create complex, multi-color gradients with smooth transitions between colors.

Will the CSS work in all browsers?+

Yes, the generated CSS includes modern gradient syntax that works in all current browsers, with fallbacks for older browser support when needed.

Can I save or share my gradients?+

You can copy the CSS code to save in your projects. The gradient preview lets you see exactly how it will look on your website.

Key Features

Linear, radial, and conic gradient types
Two color pickers with position sliders
Linear direction selector
Live gradient preview box
Copy CSS button

Benefits

Generate valid CSS gradient syntax without memorizing function parameters.

Preview the exact result before committing to your stylesheet.

Iterate on colors and positions visually instead of by trial and error.

When to Use Gradient Generator

Creating a hero section background gradient without writing CSS by hand
Prototyping button or card background gradients during frontend development
Generating a conic gradient for a pie-chart-style decorative element
Quickly testing how two brand colors blend at different position offsets

Advantages

Three gradient types: linear, radial, and conic
Live preview updates on every control change
Color position sliders for fine-tuned blend control
One-click CSS copy

Tips

Move color positions inward (like 20% and 80%) for a smoother blend zone in the middle.
Use radial gradients for circular spotlight or orb effects behind content.
Copy the CSS string directly — it is ready to paste as a background property value.
Pair with the CSS Minifier if you are embedding the gradient in a larger stylesheet.

Common Mistakes

Expecting more than two color stops — this generator supports exactly two colors.

Forgetting to set direction on linear gradients, leaving a default that may not match your layout.

Pasting the gradient without the background property wrapper — copy the full string provided.

Summary

Pick linear, radial, or conic, set two colors and their positions, preview live, and copy the CSS background gradient string — ready to paste into your project.