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CSS Gradient Text Generator

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Gradient Text
.gradient-text {
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, #ff0080, #7928ca);
  -webkit-background-clip: text;
  -webkit-text-fill-color: transparent;
  background-clip: text;
}

How to Use

Enter your text, pick two colors using the color pickers, and adjust the gradient angle with the slider. The preview updates in real time. Copy the generated CSS code to use in your project.

How CSS Gradient Text Works

CSS gradient text uses a combination of background gradient, background-clip: text, and transparent text color. The gradient is applied as the background of the text element, then clipped to only show through the text shape. This technique works in all modern browsers.

Common Use Cases

  • Creating eye-catching headings for websites and landing pages.
  • Designing gradient logos and brand text elements.
  • Adding visual flair to hero sections and banners.
  • Styling social media graphics and promotional content.
  • Building modern UI components with gradient accents.

Tips

  • Use contrasting colors for the most visible gradient effect.
  • Gradient text works best on large, bold headings — thin text may lose the effect.
  • The -webkit prefix is still needed for Safari compatibility.
  • Try angles like 45°, 90°, or 135° for diagonal effects.
  • Pair gradient text with a solid-color background for maximum readability.

Privacy

All CSS generation happens in your browser. No data is sent to any server.

FAQ

Is the gradient text real text or an image?

It is real text. The tool generates CSS that combines linear-gradient with background-clip: text, so the underlying HTML text stays selectable, copyable, and searchable. Because it is not an image, the text content is preserved, which is better for SEO and accessibility.

Are the text and colors I enter sent to a server?

No. Both the live preview and the CSS code generation run entirely in your browser. The text you type and the colors you pick are never sent to a server or stored anywhere.

Which browsers does the generated CSS work in?

background-clip: text works in all modern browsers. The output includes the -webkit prefix for Safari compatibility, so it renders the same way across the major browsers.

Is it limited to two colors, or can I make a multi-color gradient?

This tool generates a linear gradient between two colors. It does not support three or more stops directly, so for a multi-color gradient you would add extra color stops to the linear-gradient in the generated CSS manually.

What should I do if the gradient is hard to see?

The effect fades on thin or small text. Use it on large, bold headings, pick two high-contrast colors, and pair it with a solid background for the clearest result.