How do I pick a color scheme for my website?
Building a simple palette
Start with the main color that represents your brand or topic. Add a supporting color for buttons or highlights, then use a light neutral for backgrounds and a dark neutral for text. Limiting your palette keeps the site calm and easy to scan.
Use a color wheel or a palette tool to find colors that work well together. Complementary and analogous colors are common starting points for beginners.
- One main color
- One or two supporting colors
- Neutral background and text colors
- Test contrast before finalizing
Checking readability
Text should stand out clearly from its background. Light gray text on a white background is often hard to read, especially on small screens. Preview the site in both light and dark settings if your builder supports them.
Keep the same colors for similar elements, such as buttons or links, so visitors learn how the site works without extra effort. A short example can help: a title such as Beginner Bike Repair Tips for Weekend Riders is clear, while Home Page is not. Use the same pattern across pages so the site feels organized and easy to browse. Check the length in your builder's preview before you publish, since long titles may be trimmed.
Common mistakes
- Using too many bright colors, which makes the page feel busy.
- Choosing text colors that are too light to read comfortably.
