The free gradient background generator.

Create an animated gradient background right in your browser — free, with no signup. Choose from 20+ live shader modes, tune the colors in real time, and export a still PNG or an animated video with no watermark. Drop the result into a website, presentation, social post, product mockup, or video — or copy the embed code to run the live gradient on your own site.

When you need more than gradients, the full Backgrounds Supply library adds AI-generated backgrounds and animated video backdrops across 29 collections, plus a set of free wallpapers you can download today.

How to make a gradient background

1. Pick a shader mode: Choose from 20+ live animated gradient styles — from soft mesh blends to bold flowing shaders.
2. Tune your colors: Click any swatch and set your palette in real time. The gradient re-renders instantly as you edit.
3. Adjust motion and framing: Set the animation speed and pick an aspect ratio for your export — square, widescreen, or a custom size.
4. Export or embed: Download a still PNG or an animated video (MP4 or WebM) with no watermark, or copy the embed code to run the live gradient on your own site.

Gradient generator FAQ

• What is Gradient Lab?

  Gradient Lab is a free, in-browser gradient background generator from Backgrounds Supply. Pick from 20+ live animated shader modes, tune the colors in real time, then export a still PNG or an animated video — or grab an embed code to run the live gradient on your own site. Nothing to install, no account needed.

• Is Gradient Lab free?

  Yes — completely free, with no signup and no account. Everything runs in your browser, and every export is watermark-free.

• What can I export?

  Two things: a still PNG for static backgrounds, and an animated video for motion — export it as MP4 or WebM. You choose the format, the resolution (480p, 720p, 1080p, or 4K), and the length (up to 30 seconds). Everything exports with no watermark.

• Can I export in 4K?

  Yes. The animated video exports at up to 4K (3840×2160), so you can use it as a full-screen backdrop, a video-call background, or a high-resolution hero on any display.

• Does Gradient Lab export MP4?

  Yes. Choose MP4 in the export panel to download a standard H.264 MP4 that plays everywhere — social platforms, video editors, presentations, and every device. You can also export WebM if you prefer. Still images export as PNG.

• How many gradient styles are there?

  20+ animated shader modes — from soft Apple-style mesh blends to bold flowing, warping, and noise-driven gradients. Each one is fully editable, so the number of gradients you can make is effectively unlimited.

• Can I control the colors, motion, and aspect ratio?

  Yes. Click any swatch to set your exact palette, add or remove color points, set the animation speed, and choose the aspect ratio and resolution for your export. The gradient re-renders live as you edit.

• Can I embed a live gradient on my website?

  Yes. Copy the embed code to drop a live, animated gradient into any site as a lightweight iframe — no image or video files to host. It renders in real time in the visitor's browser.

• Can I share a gradient I made?

  Yes. Your settings are captured in the page URL, so you can copy the link and send it to anyone — they'll open Gradient Lab with your exact gradient loaded, ready to tweak or export.

• Does it work on mobile?

  Yes. Gradient Lab runs in any modern mobile browser with a touch-friendly interface, so you can build and export gradients from your phone or tablet.

• Can I use the gradients I make commercially?

  Yes. Gradients you create and export with Gradient Lab are yours to use in personal and commercial projects — websites, apps, social posts, presentations, and video. No attribution required.

• Do I need an account or signup?

  No. Gradient Lab runs entirely in your browser — no login, no email, nothing to install.

• What's the difference between Gradient Lab and the background packs?

  Gradient Lab makes gradients on the fly. The full Backgrounds Supply library adds 1,270+ handcrafted, AI-generated, and animated backgrounds across 29 collections — a one-time purchase with a commercial license.