Editing & privacy
How to blur or hide parts of a photo safely
Blur faces, pixelate backgrounds or black out private text — and know which method is safe for sensitive details.
Draw over what to hide
Open Redact image and drag on the photo to cover an area. You can move and resize each box, and choose Blur, Pixelate or Solid for each one.
Blur and pixelate hide from casual viewers
Blur and pixelation are good for faces in the background, number plates in casual photos or cluttered screens. They make details unreadable at a glance.
Use Solid for anything truly sensitive
Blurred or pixelated text can sometimes be partly reconstructed. For passwords, ID numbers, bank details and addresses, use a Solid box, which replaces the pixels completely.
Remove hidden details too
Photos can also contain hidden location and camera data. After redacting, run the image through Remove metadata before sharing it.
Frequently asked questions
Can blur be undone?
It can’t simply be reversed, but blurred or pixelated text can sometimes be guessed or partly reconstructed. Use solid boxes for sensitive information.
Inspect & protect
Redact image
Blur, pixelate or black out areas by dragging on the image. Free, and your image never leaves your browser.
Open Redact image