CSS Gradient Generator

Create beautiful CSS gradients with real-time preview. Generate modern gradient effects with multiple colors and directions for stunning visual effects.

Live Preview

Beautiful CSS Gradient

Amazing gradient effect in action

Generated CSS
Gradient Presets
Gradient Controls
Color 1
Color 2
How to Use

Copy the generated CSS and apply it to your HTML elements:

HTML Example

Pro Tips

  • •Use multiple colors to create complex gradient transitions
  • •Experiment with different directions for linear gradients
  • •Radial gradients work great for buttons and cards
  • •Conic gradients create interesting circular effects
  • •Adjust opacity to create overlay effects

Key Features

Real-time preview

See your gradient changes instantly

Multiple gradient types

Linear, radial, and conic gradients

Color picker

Advanced color selection tools

Preset templates

18+ beautiful preset gradients

CSS export

Export with vendor prefixes

Mobile friendly

Optimized for all devices

Step-by-Step Usage Guide

1

Select gradient type (Linear, Radial, or Conic)

2

Choose direction or angle for the gradient

3

Add and adjust colors as desired

4

Use presets for inspiration and quick starts

5

Fine-tune position and opacity of each color

6

Preview results in real-time

7

Copy CSS code and apply to your project

Technical Implementation

Browser Support

CSS gradients are widely supported across all modern browsers:

Chrome 10+ (2011)
Firefox 3.6+ (2010)
Safari 5.1+ (2011)
Edge 12+ (2015)
iOS Safari 5.1+ (2011)
Android Browser 4+ (2011)

CSS Properties Used

linear-gradient() for linear gradients
radial-gradient() for radial/ellipse gradients
conic-gradient() for conic gradients
Vendor prefixes (-webkit-, -moz-, -ms-, -o-)
rgba() for colors with transparency

Performance Benefits

CSS gradients render faster than images
No additional file downloads required
Native GPU acceleration support
Minimal CSS file size
Perfect responsive behavior

Real-world Applications

Background Design

Create stunning gradient backgrounds for websites, hero sections, and cards

Button Styling

Add gradient effects to buttons for 3D appearance and visual appeal

Overlay Effects

Create gradient overlays for text readability over images

Loading Animations

Animated gradients for loading bars and progress indicators

Border Styling

Gradient borders for modern element styling

Text Effects

Gradient text using background-clip: text property

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a CSS Gradient?

A CSS gradient is a smooth transition between two or more colors. It allows you to create beautiful background effects without using images.

How many types of gradients are there?

There are 3 main types: Linear (straight line transition), Radial (circular transition from center), and Conic (circular transition around a point).

Are CSS Gradients compatible with all browsers?

CSS Gradients have excellent browser support since 2010-2011. This tool automatically includes vendor prefixes for maximum compatibility.

Do gradients affect performance?

CSS Gradients actually improve performance compared to images as they don't require file downloads, render faster, and support GPU acceleration.

Are gradients responsive?

CSS Gradients are fully responsive and scale with their container without any loss of quality or distortion.