Color Blindness Simulator

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Population Statistics

TypeAffected conesMalesFemalesEffect
ProtanopiaRed (L)~1%~0.01%Reds appear dark
DeuteranopiaGreen (M)~1%~0.01%Red-green confusion
TritanopiaBlue (S)~0.003%~0.003%Blue-yellow confusion
AchromatopsiaAll~0.003%~0.003%Full grayscale vision

Overall, approximately 8% of males and 0.5% of females have some form of color vision deficiency.

About This Tool

How to Use
  1. Upload an image to simulate
  2. Select a color blindness type from the options
  3. Compare the original and simulated views side-by-side
  4. Use Show All to see every simulation at once
  5. Download simulated images for accessibility documentation
Common Use Cases
  • Testing UI designs for color accessibility compliance
  • Understanding how color-blind users see your website
  • Preparing accessible presentations and documents
  • Learning about different types of color vision deficiency
Tips & Tricks
  • About 8% of males and 0.5% of females have some color vision deficiency
  • Protanopia and Deuteranopia are the most common types
  • Use this tool alongside the Color Converter to choose accessible color schemes
  • If your design relies on color alone to convey information, it may fail accessibility checks

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