What Color Is #FD0C1A?

#FD0C1A corresponds to a medium red tone when displayed on screen. Its 98% saturation delivers high chromatic intensity — excellent for CTAs and interactive highlights.

Color Meaning of #FD0C1A

#FD0C1A expresses the red family's core themes of warmth, intensity, and power. Its particular depth places it in the medium range, which audiences tend to perceive as approachable, contemporary, and energetic.

Where to Use HEX Code #FD0C1A

SaaS dashboard sidebar backgrounds creating a professional red-tinted workspace
Animated micro-interactions — medium red pulses and glows feel polished on button clicks
Checkout flow progress indicators marking completed, current, and pending steps
Portfolio gallery frame borders that complement photography without competing for attention
Status page indicators — red accents for operational metrics and uptime displays
Plugin and widget chrome styling for embedded components that need to match the host palette

Similar HEX Color Codes

#EE0029
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#FF2501
Similar hue with adjusted saturation for alternative design needs
#FF2F3D
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#D00000
Nearby color value offering slightly different brightness
#FF0051
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#BC0000
Adjacent shade useful for gradient transitions
#FF5765
Comparable red alternative with distinct character

HEX Code #FD0C1A in Design Systems

Scale this red shade into a complete system: pair #FD0C1A with its complementary hue (≈0° on the wheel) for maximum contrast, or use analogous neighbors (±30°) for softer harmonies. Build each companion color into a matching 9-step tonal ramp for full-coverage UI support.

Contrast profile: at 86/255 brightness, this shade excels as a button background, nav-bar fill, or card header. Always test the final foreground-background pair in Chrome Lighthouse or axe-core to catch contrast violations before deployment.

FAQ About HEX Color Code #FD0C1A

What color is #FD0C1A?
This HEX code renders as a medium red shade on screen. Its RGB components (253, 12, 26) create a red-dominant appearance with medium depth.
Is #FD0C1A a dark or light color?
Dark. The weighted luminance formula (0.299R + 0.587G + 0.114B) gives #FD0C1A a score of 86/255, placing it below the midpoint. This classification affects which text colors achieve adequate contrast.
What colors go well with #FD0C1A?
#FD0C1A pairs well with contrasting colors opposite it on the color wheel (≈177°) for dynamic compositions. For cohesive, calm palettes, combine it with neighboring hues at ±30° and tinted neutrals in the same red family.
Can I use #FD0C1A for branding?
Yes. #FD0C1A works as a brand color when red-family associations — energy, passion, and urgency — align with your positioning. Define it formally in your brand guidelines with permitted tints, shades, and pairing rules for consistent application.
How do I convert #FD0C1A to other color formats?
The full conversion: RGB(253, 12, 26), HSL(357°, 98%, 52%). CMYK values depend on the print profile but approximate C:1% M:95% Y:90% K:0%. Our converter tools handle all formats instantly.