Hide parts of a photo
Draw a box over faces, number plates, addresses or anything private, and cover it with a black box, pixelation or blur.
Open in Photo Studio Keep your edits between steps, with undo.
Free to use, with no sign-up. Works on your phone, tablet or computer.
How it works
- Choose a photo.
- Pick how to hide, then drag boxes over what to cover.
- Download and check the saved picture.
A black box or strong pixelation is safest. A light blur can sometimes be reversed.
When to use it
- Hide faces, number plates or addresses before you post a photo.
- Cover personal details on a screenshot or a document photo.
- Blur or pixelate a part of a picture you want to keep private.
Common questions
Which hiding method is safest?
A black box or strong pixelation is safest. A light blur can sometimes be reversed.
Can I cover more than one area?
Yes. Drag as many boxes as you need over what you want to cover.
How do I know it worked?
Download the picture and check the saved copy to make sure what you wanted hidden is covered.
Is it free, and do I need an account?
It is free to use and there is no sign-up. It works in your browser on your phone, tablet or computer.
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