Brand Colors
BBC brand color palette
Media / BroadcastingFounded 1922Last verified 2026-02-12
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The BBC's monochromatic identity represents a century of impartial journalism...
Brand story
The British Broadcasting Corporation uses a stark black and white palette to convey its core value of impartiality. In the world of global journalism, black represents the 'unbiased ink' of history, ensuring the brand remains a symbol of trust and authoritative reporting across all cultures.
Palette and usage
Browse color libraryBBC Black
Primary
#000000
HEX #000000 · rgb(0, 0, 0) · hsl(0, 0%, 0%)
Authority, neutrality, reliability.
Contrast best: 21.00 (AAA)Recommended: White text
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