Blur Image Editor
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Supports: JPEG, PNG, WEBP, HEIC, GIF
Upload an image to blur
Free Online Blur Image Tool
Add professional blur effects to your photos instantly with our easy-to-use online blur tool. Perfect for creating privacy masks, artistic effects, or hiding sensitive information in your images.
How to Use the Blur Tool
- Upload Your Image: Drag and drop your photo or click "Upload Photo" to select from your device
- Adjust Blur Level: Use the slider to control blur intensity from 0 to 20 pixels
- Preview in Real-time: See your changes instantly as you adjust the blur level
- Compare Original: Toggle between original and blurred versions using the "Show Original" button
- Download Result: Click "Save Photo" to download your blurred image
Supported File Formats
- JPEG/JPG - Most common photo format
- PNG - High quality with transparency support
- WEBP - Modern web format with excellent compression
- HEIC - iPhone photos (automatically converted to JPEG)
- GIF - Simple graphics and animations
Key Features
Instant Processing
Real-time blur effects with immediate preview - no waiting required.
Mobile Friendly
Works perfectly on smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers.
Privacy Protected
Images are processed locally in your browser - nothing uploaded to servers.
Original Quality
Download blurred images in the same format and resolution as your original.
Common Use Cases
Privacy Protection
Blur faces, license plates, or personal information in photos before sharing.
Artistic Effects
Create dreamy, soft-focus effects for artistic photography and social media.
Background Blur
Add depth of field effects to make subjects stand out from the background.
Pro Tips
- Start Small: Begin with low blur values (1-3) for subtle effects
- High Quality: Use PNG format for images with text or sharp edges
- Mobile Photos: HEIC files from iPhones are automatically converted to JPEG
- Compare Easily: Use the toggle button to quickly compare before and after
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my image data safe and secure?
Yes, absolutely! All image processing happens directly in your browser using JavaScript. Your images are never uploaded to our servers or stored anywhere. The blur effect is applied locally on your device, ensuring complete privacy and security.
What's the maximum blur level I can apply?
You can apply blur effects from 0 to 20 pixels. Level 0 means no blur (original image), while level 20 creates a very strong blur effect. Most users find that levels between 3-10 work best for privacy protection and artistic effects.
Will the output image quality be reduced?
The output image maintains the same resolution and format as your original image. For JPEG images, we use high quality settings (80% quality) to preserve image detail. PNG images maintain lossless quality. Only HEIC and GIF files are converted to more compatible formats.
Can I blur specific parts of an image?
This tool applies blur to the entire image uniformly. For selective blurring of specific areas (like faces or text), you would need specialized photo editing software. However, you can always crop your image first to focus on specific areas before applying the blur effect.
Why do HEIC files take longer to process?
HEIC files (common on iPhones) need to be converted to JPEG format first since web browsers don't natively support HEIC. This conversion process takes a few extra seconds but ensures compatibility and allows you to work with iPhone photos seamlessly.
Does this work on mobile devices?
Yes! The blur tool is fully responsive and works perfectly on smartphones and tablets. The interface automatically adapts to smaller screens, and you can easily upload photos directly from your device's camera or photo library.