Window Tint Laws & VLT Guide
Tint “darkness” is measured as VLT — Visible Light Transmission. This guide explains what VLT means and lets you preview any shade before you commit.
⚠️ This is general educational information, not legal advice. Tint laws vary by jurisdiction and change over time — always confirm the current limits with your local vehicle authority before tinting.
Pick a tint darkness (VLT %)
Medium tint — a balanced look with good privacy while still seeing out well.
This is a visual approximation. Tint laws vary by region — always check local regulations.
What is VLT?
VLT is the percentage of visible light a window lets through. A higher number is lighter (lets more light in); a lower number is darker. Legal limits are set as a minimum VLT % you must allow.
- • 70%+ VLT — very light, factory-glass level, legal almost everywhere.
- • 30–50% VLT — a noticeable mid tint; legality depends on the window and region.
- • 5–20% VLT — very dark (“limo”); illegal on many windows in many places.
Tint limits by region
We’re finalising verified legal limits for each region before publishing them (we won’t post legal figures we haven’t confirmed with an official source). Regions in progress: California, Texas, Florida, New York, United Kingdom, Germany, Australia. In the meantime, use the visualizer above and confirm limits with your local authority.
Want to see how each tint shade actually looks? Try the free demo →