What is the blur image tool online, and how does it work?

Our blur image tool is a 100% browser-based image blur tool that lets you blur photos online directly in your web browser. There's no need to download software or upload images to a server. All processing happens on your device, ensuring fast, private, and secure image editing. You can choose from various blur types like Selective Blur Image, Global Blur Image, Pixelate Blur Image, or Blur Sensitive Info, and apply them instantly.

Is this blur image tool really free, and are there any hidden limits?

Our image blur tools is completely free to use with no hidden fees. You can process images without creating an account, and there are no watermarks.

How can I blur a face in a photo online for free?

Use our AI-powered "Blur Faces" tool. It automatically detects all faces in your image and allows you to apply Gaussian blur or pixelate blur with one click. You can also manually refine the result with our brush and eraser tools. Yes, it's completely free to blur faces online with no watermarks or sign-ups required.

Is it possible to blur text in an image without downloading software?

Absolutely. Our "Blur Text" feature uses AI to automatically find and blur text in any image. You can choose between weak blur, strong blur, or pixelation effects. For precise control, switch to manual mode to blur specific text areas or erase blur where needed - all directly in your browser.

I need to hide sensitive information in a document. Can your tool blur personal information securely?

Yes. Blur Sensitive Info is designed for this exact purpose. It uses AI to identify and blur private details like IDs, numbers, or addresses. You can select Gaussian or pixelate blur types, and all processing is done locally on your computer - your data never leaves your device, making it ideal for secure document redaction.

What's the difference between selective blur image and global blur image?

[1] Selective Blur Image lets you manually paint blur onto specific areas of an image using a brush or shapes, perfect for precisely protecting privacy-sensitive content in defined regions. [2] Global Blur Image applies a uniform blur across the entire image with one click. You can then use the eraser to reveal specific areas, ideal for quickly creating background blur to highlight a subject or achieving depth-of-field (bokeh) effects.

Are the blur effects, especially pixelation blur, safe from AI restoration?

Yes. Our pixelation blur (and other blur types) is designed to be irreversible, effectively destroying the original pixel data. This ensures that blurred content cannot be recovered by AI image restoration tools, providing a robust layer of privacy protection for sensitive information.

What image formats do you support, and how do you handle image privacy?

We support uploading and exporting in the most common and efficient formats: JPG, PNG, and WebP. To ensure maximum privacy, our tool automatically strips all EXIF metadata (such as GPS location, camera model, and creation date) from your images during processing. This means you can blur images online with the confidence that not only the visible content is protected, but also the hidden data that could compromise your privacy.

Global Blur Image Tool

Instantly apply a unified blur across your entire image, then use the manual erase feature to precisely reveal the areas you want to show.

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One‑Click Global Application

•Apply Global Blur: Instantly soften and blur the entire image with one button—no manual selection needed.
•Adjustable Intensity & Iterations: Use the Blur Intensity and Blur Iterations sliders to precisely adjust the strength and depth of the global blur.

Selective Refinement Mode

•Blur & Eraser Modes: After applying the global blur, use the eraser to restore clarity in specific areas, or switch back to blur to refine coverage.
•Precision Eraser Settings: Control eraser strength and edge hardness for seamless, natural‑looking corrections.

Flexible Shape‑Based Blending

•Shape Selection: Choose between a circular or square blur gradient for creative or compositional control.
•Overlay Opacity: Blend the blurred layer with the original image to achieve subtle, textured, or dreamlike overlays.

Why it's Different?

Instant Full‑Image Effect

One click applies blur across the entire canvas.

Layered Creative Control

Adjust opacity to blend blurred and original layers for custom looks.

Non‑Destructive Editing

Use the built‑in eraser to reveal details without undoing the entire effect.

Runs 100% in Your Browser

No uploads, no delays—your image never leaves your device.

Perfect For

•Creating realistic depth‑of‑field (bokeh) and portrait effects

•Protecting full‑image privacy while keeping specific elements visible

•Artistic photo editing with layered blur and clarity adjustments

•Quickly generating stylized backgrounds for graphics or text overlays

How do I create bokeh effect with the Global Blur Tool?

Create professional bokeh effects in three simple steps:

Click "Apply Global Blur" to blur the entire image

Select the Eraser tool and choose a brush shape (circle or square)

Paint over the areas you want to keep sharp (like portrait subjects)

Global Blur Image: FAQ

Global Blur Image applies a smooth, overall blur to your entire photo in one click. Use the Eraser and Blur brushes — each with adjustable shape, strength, and hardness — to selectively bring back detail or add extra softening where you want. With control over global intensity, iteration levels, and overlay opacity, you can make precise, non‑destructive edits — perfect for creating depth‑of‑field effects and tailoring the look of your image.

While Selective Blur lets you manually paint blur onto specific areas, Global Blur applies the same blur effect across the entire image with a single click. After applying the global blur, you can use the eraser tool to selectively reveal sharp areas, making it ideal for creating bokeh effects or quickly highlighting subjects against blurred backgrounds.

Yes, you have complete control through two key settings: • Blur Intensity: Controls how strong the blur effect is (from subtle softening to heavily obscured); • Blur Iterations: Increases the number of blur passes for enhanced effects without quality loss;

Yes, and we recommend a simple workflow: 1. Complete your editing in Global Blur and export your image. 2. Re‑upload the processed image to any other tool—such as Selective Blur Image Tool, Pixelate Blur Image for block‑based redaction, or Motion Blur for directional effects. This sequential approach ensures each tool can perform optimally while maintaining full privacy and local processing throughout your entire editing workflow.

Global Blur Image protects your privacy in two key ways. First, all processing happens 100% in your browser, meaning your image data never leaves your device and is never uploaded to external servers. Second, EXIF metadata (such as GPS location and camera details) is removed by default when you export, preventing hidden data from compromising your privacy. This local-first approach ensures complete confidentiality while you edit.

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