OpenShaders — Open-Source WebGPU Shader Effects Component Library

OpenShaders is a free, open-source, community-driven directory of GPU-powered visual effects built with WebGPU for the modern web. Browse, copy, and contribute beautiful shader components designed for React, Next.js, and any frontend framework.

What is OpenShaders?

A growing collection of stunning, production-ready WebGPU shader effects that you can plug directly into your projects. Each component is self-contained, customizable, and optimized for performance. Think of it as a shader component library — like ShadCN, but for GPU-accelerated visual effects.

Available Shader Effects

• Light Rays — Dynamic volumetric light ray effect with configurable color, speed, spread, ray length, and noise. Supports mouse tracking for interactive experiences.
• Staggered Fade — Character-by-character text reveal animation with configurable timing and callbacks.
• More effects added by the community every week.

Why WebGPU?

WebGPU is the next-generation graphics API for the web, succeeding WebGL. It provides lower-level GPU access, better performance, and modern shader language support (WGSL). OpenShaders leverages WebGPU to deliver visual effects that were previously impossible in the browser — with smooth 60fps performance on modern hardware.

How to Use

Browse the OpenShaders directory, find an effect you like, and copy the component into your project. Each shader effect is a standalone React component with TypeScript support. No complex build setup required — just import and render.

Contribute Your Own Shader Effects

OpenShaders is built by the community, for the community. Whether you have a unique design vision or a novel GPU technique, we want your contribution. Raise a PR on GitHub to add your shader effect to the collection. The best effects get featured on the homepage of openshaders.com with credit to your socials.

Technology Stack

• WebGPU and WGSL shader language
• React and Next.js components
• TypeScript for type safety
• Tailwind CSS for styling
• Framer Motion for animations
• OGL for WebGL fallback support
• ShadCN-compatible component architecture

Features

• Zero dependencies — each effect is self-contained
• TypeScript-first with full type definitions
• Copy-paste installation — no npm packages to install
• Customizable props for every visual parameter
• Responsive and mobile-friendly shader effects
• SSR-compatible with Next.js App Router
• MIT licensed — free for personal and commercial use

Use Cases

• Landing pages and hero sections with dramatic visual effects
• Portfolio websites with unique GPU-powered backgrounds
• SaaS product pages with premium, interactive visuals
• Creative coding projects and generative art
• Marketing sites that need attention-grabbing animations
• Interactive data visualizations powered by compute shaders