CSS Gradient Generator
Build a linear or radial CSS gradient with two to four color stops, preview it live, and copy the ready-to-use background CSS — no design software needed.
How to Use the CSS Gradient Generator
- Choose "Linear" or "Radial" as your gradient type.
- For linear gradients, drag the angle slider to set the direction (0° = left to right, 90° = top to bottom).
- Adjust each color stop's color and position percentage, or click "+ Add Stop" for up to four colors and "− Remove Stop" to drop back to two.
- Watch the live preview update instantly, then copy the generated CSS straight into your stylesheet.
Why Use This Tool?
Is this gradient CSS production-ready?
Yes. The output uses standard, widely-supported linear-gradient() and radial-gradient() CSS functions with no vendor prefixes needed — all modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) support this syntax natively. You can paste it directly as a background value on any element.
Is my design data saved or uploaded anywhere?
No. Every color, angle and position you choose is processed and rendered entirely in your browser using CSS and JavaScript. Nothing is sent to a server, logged, or stored — refreshing the page resets the tool to its defaults.
What's the difference between linear and radial gradients?
A linear gradient transitions colors along a straight line at a chosen angle — great for backgrounds, buttons and banners with a directional feel. A radial gradient transitions colors outward from a center point in a circular pattern — often used for spotlight effects, badges, or soft glow backgrounds. Both accept the same multi-stop color list; only the shape of the transition differs.
How many color stops can I use?
This tool supports two to four color stops, which covers the vast majority of real-world gradient designs. Each stop has its own color and position percentage, so you can create anything from a simple two-color fade to a more complex multi-color transition like the ones used in modern hero sections and app icons.