Palette Extractor Free Online: Get Colors From an Image
Extract dominant colors from an image and export a clean labeled palette board for moodboards, branding, and creative handoff.
Palette Extractor is useful when a reference image defines the mood of a project and you need usable swatches quickly. It is a practical step for brand exploration, presentation building, art direction, and thumbnail or campaign planning.
How to Use It
- Upload your image and wait for the local preview to load.
- Adjust the settings: Choose how many dominant colors you want, then generate a labeled palette board from the uploaded image.
- Download the result: Download the processed file directly to your device.
Controls and Options
Use fewer colors for a cleaner brand palette and more colors when you want a broader moodboard-style extraction.
Formats and Output
Supports JPG, PNG, and WebP input. The extracted palette board exports as PNG with labeled swatches and a preview block.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Palette Extractor export the actual image too?
It exports a palette board image that includes a preview plus labeled dominant swatches from the uploaded photo.
Is this useful for branding and moodboards?
Yes. It is a fast way to pull dominant tones from a reference image before moving into design or presentation work.
Can I choose how many colors to extract?
Yes. Use the color count slider to generate a tighter or broader palette from the source image.
Is Palette Extractor free to use?
Yes. Palette Extractor is free and runs locally in your browser.
Are my files stored on a server?
Supported media processing runs on your device, and file contents are not uploaded for processing. Site analytics and the assistant are separate.
How long does processing take?
Processing runs directly in your browser. Completion time varies with the operation, file size, browser, and device.
What is the maximum file size?
The current limit is 20MB per file. Batch processing support is planned for a future update.
Does this tool work on mobile devices?
Pixlane runs in supported browsers on desktop and mobile; availability varies by required APIs. No app download is needed.