Blur / Pixelate Image
Blur or pixelate your images to hide sensitive information or create artistic effects.
✨ NEW: Select specific regions to blur - perfect for faces, license plates & sensitive data
📤 Upload Image
Click to upload or drag and drop an image
Supports JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF (up to 50MB)
✨ Features
Region Selection
Draw rectangles to blur specific areas
Multiple Regions
Blur multiple areas in one go
Gaussian Blur
Smooth, natural blur effect for backgrounds
Pixelate Effect
Mosaic style for hiding faces or text
Adjustable Intensity
Fine control from subtle to extreme
Privacy Protection
Hide sensitive information easily
🎯 Common Use Cases
Hide Faces
Protect privacy in photos by blurring faces
Censor Text
Hide sensitive information in documents
License Plates
Blur vehicle registration numbers
Background Effects
Create depth with blurred backgrounds
Retro Effects
Create pixelated 8-bit style images
Screenshots
Hide personal info in screen captures
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I blur only part of an image?
Yes! Select "Region Mode" and draw rectangles over the areas you want to blur. You can select multiple regions and the rest of the image will remain unchanged.
What is the difference between blur and pixelate?
Blur creates a smooth, out-of-focus effect. Pixelate creates a mosaic of large colored squares. Both hide details effectively, but pixelation is more commonly used for faces.
How do I blur multiple areas at once?
In Region Mode, simply draw multiple rectangles over different areas. All selected regions will be blurred with the same intensity when you click Apply Effect.
How do I adjust blur intensity?
Use the intensity slider to control how strong the blur or pixelation effect is. You can also use the Quick Presets for common intensity levels.
Is this good for protecting privacy?
Yes, blur and pixelate are commonly used to hide faces, license plates, and sensitive information in images. Higher intensity levels provide better privacy protection.
Can I undo a region selection?
Yes, use the Undo button to remove the last drawn region, or click the × on any region badge to remove it. You can also Clear All to start over.
🔗 Related Image Tools
Free Online Image Blur Tool with Region Selection
Protect privacy or create artistic effects by blurring or pixelating your images. Our free online tool now features advanced region selection, allowing you to precisely blur specific areas like faces, license plates, personal information, and sensitive data while keeping the rest of your image crystal clear.
New: Region Selection Feature
Unlike basic blur tools that only apply effects to entire images, our tool lets you draw custom rectangles over exactly the areas you want to blur. This is perfect for:
- Blurring faces in photos for privacy
- Hiding license plates in vehicle images
- Censoring sensitive text in screenshots
- Protecting personal information in documents
- Creating professional-looking censored images
Blur vs Pixelate: Which to Choose?
Gaussian blur creates a smooth, natural blurring effect ideal for backgrounds or subtle privacy protection. Pixelation creates a mosaic effect that's more obvious and commonly used for censoring faces or text in screenshots and videos.
Privacy Best Practices
When hiding sensitive information, use higher intensity levels to ensure the content cannot be recovered or read. For faces, pixelation is often more effective. With our region selection feature, you can precisely target multiple sensitive areas in a single image without affecting the rest of your content. Always preview your results to ensure adequate coverage before sharing.
How to Use Region Selection
Simply upload your image, select "Region Mode", then click and drag to draw rectangles over the areas you want to blur. You can add multiple regions, adjust the blur intensity, and preview the results before downloading. It's that easy!