40+ free light modes
Every mode works on phones, tablets and computers. Pick one in the tool above, or open its own page:
Lights
- White LightPure, bright white. The classic online flashlight.
- Warm / CoolTune the color temperature from candle-warm to daylight-cool. Great for reading.
- Any ColorFill your screen with any color you pick.
- Red Night LightDeep red light that keeps your night vision.
- Ring LightA soft ring of light for selfies and video calls.
- SpotlightA round beam that follows your finger or mouse.
- Text SignBig scrolling LED-style text.
Strobe & party
- StrobeAdjustable 1–20 Hz strobe in any color.
- Color StrobeA new color on every flash.
- Disco FloorColored tiles that change on the beat.
- RainbowSmooth fade through every color.
- RaveFast random color flashes.
- PulseSlow heartbeat glow.
- Lightning StormRandom lightning strikes.
- AuroraDrifting northern-lights colors.
- Lava LampWarm glowing blobs.
- Sound ReactiveLights up to music through your mic.
SOS & signals
- SOS SignalInternational distress signal in Morse.
- Morse CodeFlash any message in Morse code.
- BeaconShort locator flashes at 0.5–2 Hz.
- Police LightsRed and blue emergency flashers.
- Hazard BlinkerAmber warning blinker.
- LighthouseRotating beacon beam.
- Candle FlickerCozy flickering candlelight.
Relax
- Sunrise Wake-UpSlowly brightens like a sunrise.
- Sunset SleepFades to black, then turns off.
- Breathing GuideBox breathing to help you relax.
Looking for color screens, pranks and screensavers? Try the fake blue screen of death, a cracked screen, the hacker screen or the DVD screensaver.
Screen light or phone LED flash?
Screen light works on every phone, tablet and computer with no permission needed. It gives soft, even light that is great for reading, finding things in a bag, video calls and colored light.
LED flash (the camera flashlight) is much brighter and better for walking in the dark. On most Android phones in Chrome, tick Also use my phone's LED flash. Steady modes keep the LED on, and Strobe, Beacon, SOS, Morse and Police make it blink in sync. The camera is only used for its light. Nothing is shown, recorded or uploaded, and it is released when you turn the light off. iPhone and iPad do not allow websites to use the flash, so they use the screen light.
Why the color of the light matters
- White is the brightest and best for searching and reading.
- Warm white or amber is easier on the eyes in the evening and better before sleep.
- Red keeps your night vision for stargazing, camping and night feeds.
- Blue and other colors are great for mood lighting, photos and parties.
When a screen flashlight comes in handy
- Power outages and finding the fuse box
- Reading a menu or ticket in a dark room
- Looking for keys, cables or something under the car seat
- Camping, when you want a soft tent light
- Signaling for help with SOS, or getting attention with a strobe or beacon
- Parties, Halloween, photos and video calls
Photosensitivity warning
Strobe, police, rave, disco, lightning and sound-reactive modes flash quickly. Flashing light can trigger seizures in people with photosensitive epilepsy. We ask you to confirm before any flashing mode starts. Never point flashing light at drivers, pilots or animals.
Battery, heat and safety tips
Full-brightness screens and LED flashes use more battery and can get warm. Use the auto-off timer (1 to 60 minutes) and the brightness slider to make your battery last. In full screen you can lock the controls so pocket taps do not turn the light off; press and hold the unlock button to release.
Frequently asked questions
How do I turn my screen into a flashlight?
Press Turn Light ON. The whole page lights up white. Tap Full Screen to hide everything else, and turn your device brightness up to 100%.
Can this website turn on my phone's real flashlight (LED)?
Yes on most Android phones in Chrome: tick "Also use my phone's LED flash" and allow camera access. The camera is only used for its light and nothing is shown or recorded. Apple does not let websites control the iPhone or iPad flash, so on those devices the screen light is used.
Does the online flashlight work on laptops and computers?
Yes. Any device with a screen and a web browser works: Windows, Mac, Chromebook, iPhone, iPad and Android.
Will my screen turn off while the light is on?
No. We use the Screen Wake Lock feature to keep the display awake while the light is on, on browsers that support it. Use the auto-off timer to save battery.
How do I send SOS with the flashlight?
Choose the SOS Signal mode. Your screen (and LED on Android) flashes ··· ––– ··· on repeat. You can also add a beep. For any other message use the Morse Code mode.
Is the online flashlight free?
Yes, every light mode, screen and prank on FreeFlashlight.org is free with no app to install and no sign-up.
Does it drain the battery?
A full-brightness screen uses more power than usual, and the LED flash uses even more. Lower the brightness slider or set the auto-off timer if you need the light for a long time.