Pixelate an image or an area
Draw a rectangle over the part you want to hide and adjust the pixel size. You can also pixelate the whole image for a retro look. Everything happens in your browser, so the original photo never leaves your device.
Processed 100% in your browser
How can I verify this?
Your files are never uploaded: they are processed on your device. Check it yourself: load the page, turn off your WiFi and the tool keeps working. Or open your browser’s developer tools (F12), go to the Network tab, and see that no file leaves your device.
Drag over the image to choose the area to pixelate. If you pick none, the whole image is pixelated.
Pixelation is not a foolproof way to hide very sensitive data: for small text, use a large pixel size.
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How to use
- 1Drop the image or paste it with Ctrl+V.
- 2Drag over the image to mark the area; with no area, the whole image is pixelated.
- 3Adjust the pixel size with the slider.
- 4Choose the format and download the image.
Use cases
- Hide other people’s faces before posting a photo.
- Cover plates, addresses or personal data in a screenshot.
- Censor part of an image before sharing it.
- Create a retro pixel art effect.
Frequently asked questions
Is pixelation safe for hiding sensitive data?
Strong pixelation hides faces and large text well, but with small pixels text may still be recognizable. For very sensitive data use large pixels or cover it with a solid block.
How do I pixelate only part of the image?
Drag with the mouse or your finger over the image to draw a rectangle. Only that area is pixelated; use “Clear selection” to remove it.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Pixelation is computed in your browser and the image is not sent anywhere.
Can pixelation be undone?
Once you download the pixelated image, the original details are no longer in it. Keep the original if you need it.