Gradient CSS Generator

A CSS gradient generator is a design tool that creates beautiful gradient backgrounds visually and outputs the corresponding CSS code. Gradients are a fundamental design element in modern web development, used for backgrounds, buttons, overlays, and decorative elements. Instead of writing gradient CSS syntax from scratch, this tool lets you design gradients visually and copy the ready-to-use code.

Our free online gradient generator supports both linear and radial gradient types. For linear gradients, you can choose from eight preset directions (to right, to left, to top, to bottom, and diagonal corners) or specify a custom angle from 0 to 360 degrees. For radial gradients, the tool generates a circular gradient emanating from the center. You pick two colors using intuitive color pickers and see the result in real time.

The tool provides a large preview area so you can see exactly how the gradient will look, along with the complete CSS code string ready to copy and paste into your stylesheet. The generated CSS uses standard gradient syntax that works in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge without vendor prefixes.

All gradient generation and preview rendering happens locally in your browser. No server communication is required, and the tool works instantly as you adjust colors and settings.

1. Choose gradient type — Select Linear or Radial using the tabs at the top of the options panel.
2. Pick your colors — Use the color pickers to choose Color 1 and Color 2, or enter hex values directly.
3. Set the direction — For linear gradients, choose a preset direction or switch to Custom Angle and enter a degree value (0-360).
4. Preview the gradient — The preview area shows the gradient in real time as you adjust settings.
5. Copy the CSS — Click the Copy CSS button to copy the generated CSS code to your clipboard.
6. Paste into your code — Add the CSS to your stylesheet to apply the gradient to any element.