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Image blur tool

Apply gaussian blur to images with adjustable radius. Blur the entire image or select a specific region. Real-time preview, full-resolution download. No server upload — 100% browser-based.

Drop an image, click to browse, or Ctrl+V to paste

What is Image Blur Tool?

An image blur tool applies gaussian blur to smooth out details in a photograph or graphic. Blurring is useful for hiding sensitive information (faces, license plates, text), creating background effects for design, softening harsh edges, or adding artistic depth-of-field effects. This tool supports two modes: full-image blur which applies the effect evenly across the entire image, and region-selective blur which lets you draw a rectangle around the specific area you want to blur while keeping the rest of the image sharp. The blur radius controls the intensity — higher values create a stronger, more diffused blur. Everything runs in your browser using the Canvas API with CSS filter blur, so your images are never uploaded to any server. The download produces a full-resolution PNG regardless of the preview size, ensuring you get the highest quality output.

How to Use Image Blur Tool

  1. 1

    Upload your image

    Drag and drop any image, click to browse, or paste from clipboard with Ctrl+V. All common formats are supported — JPEG, PNG, WebP, and more.

  2. 2

    Choose blur mode and radius

    Select Full to blur the entire image, or Region to draw a rectangle around the area you want to blur. Adjust the blur radius slider from 1px (subtle) to 50px (heavy blur).

  3. 3

    Select region (optional)

    In Region mode, click and drag on the image to draw a rectangle. Only the selected area will be blurred. The dashed pink border shows your selection.

  4. 4

    Download the result

    Click Download to save the blurred image as a full-resolution PNG file. The preview may appear smaller, but the download preserves the original image dimensions.

Features

  • Gaussian blur with adjustable radius from 1px to 50px
  • Full-image blur mode for entire image processing
  • Region-selective blur — draw a rectangle to blur only a specific area
  • Real-time canvas preview that updates as you adjust settings
  • Full-resolution PNG download preserving original dimensions
  • Zero server upload — 100% browser-based using Canvas API

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I blur just part of the image?+
Yes. Switch to Region mode and click-drag on the image to draw a rectangle around the area you want to blur. The rest of the image stays sharp. This is perfect for hiding faces, text, or sensitive information.
What blur radius should I use?+
For subtle softening, use 3-8px. For hiding text or details, 15-25px is effective. For heavy artistic blur effects, go up to 50px. The preview updates in real time so you can see the effect before downloading.
Does the download have the same quality as the original?+
Yes. The preview may be scaled down for display, but the download renders the blur at the original image resolution. The output is saved as lossless PNG.
Are my images uploaded to a server?+
No. All processing happens entirely in your browser using the HTML5 Canvas API. Your images never leave your device.
Can I blur multiple regions?+
Currently the tool supports one blurred region at a time. For multiple regions, download after blurring the first area, then re-upload and blur the next area.
What image formats are supported?+
You can upload any format your browser supports — JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, and more. The output is always downloaded as PNG for lossless quality.