Blur Image Online – Blur Face & Background
Protect privacy and sensitive data effortlessly. Blur faces, backgrounds, screenshots, or exam forms securely. All processing happens in your browser.
Upload your image
Drag & drop or click to browse (JPG, PNG, WEBP)
How to Blur an Image
Drag & drop or select an image to start.
Select brush, AI detect, or shape blur.
Draw or place the blur shape over the area.
Save your blurred image securely.
Features
AI Human Detect
Automatically detects people in the photo, keeping them sharp while beautifully blurring the entire background.
Brush & Shape Blur
Paint smoothly with an adjustable brush or use resizable shapes to easily obscure text and faces.
Inverted Blur Mode
Automatically blurs the whole image, allowing you to 'reveal' strictly the parts you want clearly visible.
Secure Local Processing
Total privacy. All blurring is done directly in your browser. Images are never uploaded to any server.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I blur part of an image?
Upload your image to the tool, select either the Brush Blur tool or a Shape Blur (Rectangle/Circle). Adjust the blur strength, then drag over or place the shape on the part of the image you want to obscure. Click download when finished.
How do I blur a face in a photo?
The easiest way is to use the 'Circle Blur' shape and place it over the face, or use the 'Brush Blur' tool to paint directly over the face. You can zoom in for finer detail work.
Is this tool safe?
Yes, it is completely secure and private. The tool works entirely in your web browser. Your images are never uploaded to any server or stored remotely.
Does it reduce image quality?
No, the tool maintains your original image resolution. You can also adjust the quality slider when saving as a JPG to control the final file size.
Can I blur background only?
You can create a background blur effect by using the Brush Blur tool to paint over the background, or by selecting the subject and inverting the blur (if supported).
Does it work on phone?
Yes, this tool is mobile-friendly. You can upload images from your phone gallery and use touch gestures to paint over areas or adjust blur shapes easily.
Is blur permanent?
Once you download the blurred image, the effect is permanent in that new downloaded file. However, your original image remains completely untouched and safe on your device.
What file formats are supported?
The tool currently supports JPG, PNG, and WEBP image formats. You can download your blurred results in either JPG or PNG.
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