Sometimes you just need to hide one specific thing in a photo — a face, a license plate, an address — before sharing it. Drag a selection box over that area, apply a blur, and repeat for any other spots, all directly in your browser.
How to use the blur an image area tool
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Upload a photo
Drop in the image with something you want to hide.
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Drag the selection box
Move it over the area to blur, resizing from the corner handle.
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Apply and repeat if needed
Click Apply blur, then move the box to blur another area before downloading.
Common use cases
Blur a face before sharing
Hide a bystander's face or a child's face in a photo before posting it publicly.
Redact a license plate or document
Blur out a license plate, ID number, or address visible in a photo.
Hide a sensitive detail in a screenshot
Blur out personal information visible in a screenshot before sharing it.
Frequently asked questions
Yes — apply the blur to one area, then move the selection box to another spot and apply again. Each application is permanent on the working image.