Pixelate any part of an image.
Add a clean mosaic effect to faces, text, license plates, or the whole picture. Choose the block size, apply it only where you need it, and download at full resolution, all without uploading.
How to do it, step by step
- Open the free pixelate tool and choose a JPG, PNG, or WebP image.
- Select the area to censor using a rectangle, circle, or freehand shape. Faces and license plates can also be detected automatically.
- Switch the effect to Pixelate and set the pixel size. Larger blocks hide more detail.
- Apply the effect. Add more selections to pixelate several areas.
- Download the pixelated image with no watermark.
Pixelate or blur?
Both hide detail, but they send a different message.
Pixelation
Pixelation is bold and unmistakable. Viewers can see that something was censored deliberately, which suits news images, screenshots, and documents.
Soft blur
Blur blends into the photo and draws less attention. It suits background faces in lifestyle or travel photos. BlurImage offers both, so you can switch and compare before exporting.
Popular ways to use pixelation
- Censor faces in group photos and street photography.
- Hide text such as emails, usernames, and account numbers in screenshots.
- Cover license plates in car listings and dashcam stills.
- Create mosaic or 8-bit style artwork from a photo.
- Censor logos, brand names, or explicit content before publishing.
Frequently asked questions
How do I pixelate part of an image?
Open the image in BlurImage, select the area with a rectangle, circle, or freehand shape, choose Pixelate, set the pixel size, and apply. Download the result at full resolution.
What is the difference between pixelating and blurring?
Blurring smooths nearby pixels into a soft haze. Pixelating replaces detail with large square blocks of color. Pixelation makes it obvious that something was hidden on purpose; blur looks more natural.
Can I pixelate the whole image?
Yes. Select the entire image and apply pixelation to create a mosaic or retro 8-bit look.
What pixel size should I use?
For hiding faces or text, use blocks larger than the details you want to hide, often 20 to 60 pixels on a normal photo. For a subtle mosaic effect, use a smaller size.
Does pixelating reduce image quality?
Only inside the area you select. The rest of the image is untouched, and the file is exported at its original dimensions.