Brand Colors
GitHub brand color palette
Technology / DevelopmentFounded 2008Last verified 2026-02-11
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GitHub uses a minimalist palette to keep the focus on the code itself...
Brand story
GitHub's branding reflects its purpose: providing a clean, reliable, and professional environment for developers to collaborate. The black and white palette provides high contrast for code readability, while the green accents symbolize growth and successful deployments.
Palette and usage
Browse color libraryGitHub Black
Primary
#181717
HEX #181717 · rgb(24, 23, 23) · hsl(0, 2%, 9%)
Authority, clarity, professional code focus.
Contrast best: 17.89 (AAA)Recommended: White text
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