Privacy Policy

blur-image.org provides free online tools to blur images, faces, text, sensitive information, and more. Our core product philosophy is privacy-first: image editing runs in your browser on your device.

By using https://blur-image.org (the “Service”), you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please stop using the Service.

When you upload or open an image in our editors (including Selective Blur, Global Blur, Pixelate, Blur Faces, Blur Text, Blur Sensitive Info, and Motion Blur):

• Images are processed locally in your browser. We do not upload your images to our servers for editing.
• We do not store your original or exported images on our servers.
• We do not require an account to use the tools.
• By default, exported images have EXIF metadata stripped to reduce the risk of leaking location, device, or other hidden data.

Because editing is client-side, the contents of the images you blur are not sent to blur-image.org as part of the blur workflow.

We may collect the following categories of information:

3.1 Information you provide

• Contact emails: If you email [email protected], we receive your email address and the content of your message so we can respond.

3.2 Automatically collected technical data

When you visit the Service, certain technical information may be collected automatically through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies, such as:

• IP address (often truncated or processed by third parties)
• Browser type and version, device type, and operating system
• Pages visited, referral URLs, and approximate timestamps
• Approximate location derived from IP (city/region level)
• Interaction events used for analytics and site improvement

This technical data is used to understand traffic, improve performance and usability, and (where applicable) support advertising. It is not used to access the pixel contents of images you edit locally.

We use trusted third-party providers. These providers may set cookies or receive technical data subject to their own privacy policies.

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to measure how visitors use the Service (for example, page views and traffic sources). Google may process data such as device/browser information and online identifiers. Learn more at Google Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Opt-out.

4.2 Microsoft Clarity

We use Microsoft Clarity (clarity.microsoft.com) to better understand user experience through session analytics such as heatmaps and interaction insights. Clarity may collect usage data and use cookies or similar technologies. Learn more at Microsoft Privacy Statement and Clarity’s product documentation.

4.3 Google AdSense (Advertising)

We may display advertisements served by Google AdSense and related Google advertising partners. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits to this website or other websites.

• Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to this site and/or other sites on the Internet.
• You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
• Alternatively, you can opt out of some third-party vendors’ use of cookies for personalized advertising at www.aboutads.info.

For more information about how Google uses data when you use our sites or apps, see How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.

We use cookies and similar technologies for essential site functions, analytics, and advertising. Details are described in our Cookie Policy.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking some cookies may affect analytics accuracy or ad personalization, but core local image editing should continue to work.

We use collected information to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Service
• Understand usage patterns and fix usability issues
• Measure traffic and content performance
• Display and measure advertising (including AdSense)
• Respond to support requests
• Protect against abuse, fraud, and security threats
• Comply with legal obligations

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or similar jurisdictions, we process personal data under one or more of these bases:

• Legitimate interests: operating a free website, improving products, and securing the Service
• Consent: where required for non-essential cookies, analytics, or personalized advertising
• Contract / support: responding when you contact us
• Legal obligation: when required by law

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

• Service providers such as Google and Microsoft for analytics and advertising, as described above
• Professional advisors or authorities when required by law or to protect rights and safety
• A successor entity if the Service is transferred as part of a business transaction (with notice where required)

Locally processed images remain on your device unless you choose to save or share them. We do not retain your edited image files on our servers.

Analytics and advertising data are retained according to each provider’s settings and policies. Support emails are retained as long as needed to resolve your request and for legitimate business records.

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the Service. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. You are responsible for keeping exported files safe on your own devices.

Our third-party providers may process data in the United States or other countries. Where required, they rely on appropriate safeguards described in their privacy policies.

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access, correct, or delete personal data we hold about you
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights regarding data we control (for example, support emails), contact [email protected]. For data held solely by Google or Microsoft, you may also use their privacy tools and settings.

The Service is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

The Service may link to external websites (for example, partner directories or documentation). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Review their policies before providing personal information.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top will change when we do. Continued use of the Service after changes means you accept the updated policy.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:

• Website: https://blur-image.org
• Email: [email protected]