AI Face Blurrer

Protect privacy in photos—just describe which face to blur and the AI handles the rest.

Street photo with recognizable stranger in background — Before

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Same photo with stranger's face blurred for privacy — After

AI Face Blurrer

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Popular use cases:

Street photography
Social media posts
Blog photos
Real estate photos
Event photography
Documentary content

Cost: Free No signup required
Time: Instant results in 15-30 seconds
Works on: Any device - browser, phone, tablet, desktop
Powered by: AI-powered photo editing

Scenario	Prompt	Time
Single face	`blur the face in this photo with natural gaussian blur`	15s
Specific person	`blur the face of the person on the right`	20s
All faces	`blur all faces in this photo`	25s
Heavy anonymity	`apply strong blur making face completely unrecognizable`	15s

How it works

Upload your photo

Upload a clear, front-facing portrait. Good lighting on the face and visible facial features give the AI the best foundation for face editing. JPG, PNG, WebP up to 7MB.

Expect: Single face: 15-20 seconds. Multiple faces or specific selection: may need one refinement.
Describe which face to blur

Type your instruction: 'blur the face in this photo' for a single face, or 'blur the face of the person on the right' for groups. The AI understands positions like 'left,' 'right,' 'background,' and descriptions like 'the person in the red shirt.'

Tip: Specify blur intensity if it matters: 'apply a strong blur' for complete anonymity or 'apply a subtle blur' to obscure while keeping context.

Copy one of these to get started:

Single person photo blur the face in this photo with a natural-looking gaussian blur for privacy
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Blur specific person in group blur the face of the person on the right side of the photo, keep all other faces clear
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Blur by clothing description blur the face of the person wearing the red shirt, leave everyone else visible
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Street photography privacy blur the face of the stranger in the background walking by, keep the main subject sharp
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2 more prompts

Blur all faces except one blur all faces in this photo except for the person in the center who should remain clear
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Heavy blur for complete anonymity apply a strong heavy blur to the face making it completely unrecognizable, no features visible
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Generate and review

Tap generate and check that the correct face is blurred. Verify the blur looks natural and covers the entire face including distinctive features like hair near the face.
Use markers if the AI picked the wrong face

If the wrong face got blurred in a group photo, tap a marker directly on the face you want blurred and regenerate. Markers help when descriptions alone are ambiguous.

Tip: Markers tell the AI 'I mean THIS face specifically.' Use them for group photos where position descriptions might be unclear.

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AI Face Blurrer

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Free • No signup

"I needed to blur a bystander's face before posting a street photo. Typed 'blur the person's face on the right' and it was done in seconds." @StreetPhotoMike

See it in action

Street photography privacy protection

Captured a great candid moment but a recognizable stranger walked through the background. One prompt made it shareable.

Prompt: blur the face of the person in the background on the left, keep the main subject in focus

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Family group photo with all five faces visible — Before

Same photo with rightmost person's face blurred — After

Group photo with one person to anonymize

Family reunion photo but one person asked not to be shared on social media. Blurred just their face while keeping everyone else clear.

Prompt: blur the face of the person on the far right wearing the green polo shirt, keep all other faces clear and sharp

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Detailed Guides by Scenario

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Privacy & Compliance

Blur face to protect privacy, comply with regulations, and keep sensitive information safe before sharing photos.

Common Scenarios

Blurring face in photos before posting to social media or a public website
Protecting face in images shared in legal, medical, or educational contexts
Meeting GDPR or privacy requirements by obscuring face in published content

Best Practices

Mark the face precisely — a tight selection gives a cleaner blur than a broad one
Use a Gaussian-style blur for a natural look rather than pixelation, which can look dated
Double-check the result at full zoom to confirm face is completely unreadable

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Content Creation & Publishing

Prepare photos for blogs, news articles, and social media by blurring face that shouldn't be identifiable.

Common Scenarios

Blurring face in street photography before publishing in an article or portfolio
Obscuring face in screenshots or photos for a tutorial or how-to guide
Protecting face in event photos shared on a company blog or newsletter

Best Practices

Apply just enough blur to anonymize without making the photo look obviously censored
If multiple face instances appear, mark and blur each one individually for best results
For editorial use, a softer blur looks more professional than heavy pixelation

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Real Estate & Business

Blur face in property listings, business photos, and commercial imagery for security and professionalism.

Common Scenarios

Obscuring face in property listing photos to protect homeowner privacy
Blurring face in office or storefront photos before publishing online
Protecting face in construction or project documentation shared with clients

Best Practices

Process all listing photos consistently — the same blur strength and style across the set
Blur face thoroughly — real estate photos are scrutinized closely by potential buyers
Run a final check by downloading the full-res image to confirm the blur holds at all zoom levels

If something looks off

AI changed the wrong area or blurred the wrong face

Why: With multiple faces, the AI may not correctly identify which one you meant from description alone. Positional words can be ambiguous.

Try: Tap a marker directly on the face you want blurred, then regenerate with 'blur this marked face'

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Tip: Markers tell the AI 'I mean THIS face specifically.' Use them for any group photo where position descriptions might be unclear.

Blur looks unnatural or pixelated

Why: The AI applied a different blur style than expected. Some blur types look more artificial than others.

Try: blur the face with a smooth natural gaussian blur, soft edges blending into surrounding area

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Tip: Adding 'gaussian' and 'smooth' produces the most natural-looking privacy blur.

Face not fully covered—features still recognizable

Why: The blur wasn't strong enough or didn't extend to hair and ears which can be identifying.

Try: apply a strong heavy blur covering the entire face including hairline and ears, completely unrecognizable

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Tip: For true anonymity, specify 'completely unrecognizable' to ensure adequate coverage.

Blur extends beyond the face onto background

Why: The AI included too much area around the face. This happens when the face boundary isn't clear.

Try: blur only the face itself with precise edges, keep the background and hair sharp

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Tip: Adding 'precise edges' tells the AI to be careful about where the blur stops.

Quick answers

Do I need to mark the face before describing?

Usually no—just describe which face you want blurred. 'Blur the face' works for single-person photos, and 'blur the face on the right' works for groups. Only use markers when the AI picks the wrong face, which typically happens in crowded scenes or when your position description is ambiguous.

Can I blur multiple faces at once?

Yes. Type 'blur all faces in this photo' to blur everyone. To blur specific people, describe them: 'blur the faces of the two people in the background.' For complex selections, you may need to make multiple passes or use markers on each face you want blurred.

Will this blur meet GDPR or privacy law requirements?

EditThisPic applies a strong visual blur that makes faces unrecognizable. For legal compliance, use 'completely unrecognizable' in your prompt and verify the result at full resolution. Legal requirements vary by jurisdiction—consult a legal professional for specific compliance questions.

Can I blur just the eyes instead of the whole face?

Yes. Type 'blur only the eyes, keeping the rest of the face visible' or 'add a black bar over the eyes.' The AI understands partial face concealment and can target specific features while leaving others clear.

Is EditThisPic's AI face blurrer really free?

Yes — you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. For unlimited edits, plans start at $3.99/month.

Can I blur face on my phone?

Yes. EditThisPic works in any mobile browser — iPhone, Android, tablet. No app download needed.

What photo formats does the AI face blurrer support?

JPG, PNG, WebP, and HEIC. Upload any common photo format and EditThisPic handles the rest.

How long does it take to blur face?

Usually 15-30 seconds. Upload your photo, describe what you want, and the AI delivers the result.

Ready to blur a face in your photo?

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AI Face Blurrer

How it works

Upload your photo

Describe which face to blur

Generate and review

Use markers if the AI picked the wrong face

See it in action

Street photography privacy protection

Group photo with one person to anonymize

Detailed Guides by Scenario

Privacy & Compliance

Common Scenarios

Best Practices

Content Creation & Publishing

Common Scenarios

Best Practices

Real Estate & Business

Common Scenarios

Best Practices

If something looks off

Quick answers

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