Do I need to mark the license plate before describing?
No! Just type 'blur the license plate' and the AI finds it automatically. License plates have a distinctive rectangular shape the AI recognizes. Markers are only needed if the AI picks the wrong area or misses an unusual plate.
Why should I blur license plates in photos?
License plates can be used to look up vehicle registration info, track your location patterns, or enable targeted harassment. When selling a car online or posting to social media, blurring prevents strangers from accessing this information. Many platforms recommend it as a best practice.
Is the blur strong enough for legal privacy compliance?
Yes, when you specify 'completely unreadable' or 'heavy blur.' Always zoom in and verify no characters can be deciphered. For GDPR, CCPA, or marketplace compliance, the plate should be impossible to read even enlarged.
Can I blur multiple plates at once?
Yes. Type 'blur all license plates in this photo' and the AI finds each one. For complex scenes with many vehicles, you may need to regenerate to catch every plate.
What about plates at angles or partially visible?
The AI can usually find plates at various angles. If it misses one, tap a marker directly on the plate area and try again. Partially obscured plates may need the marker approach for reliable detection.
Is pixelation or blur better for privacy?
Both work for privacy. Pixelation (mosaic) is more obviously obscured and harder to reverse-engineer. Gaussian blur looks softer and more professional. For maximum privacy, use 'heavy pixelation' - for aesthetics, use 'natural blur.'
Will it work on low-resolution photos?
Yes, the AI can detect plates in lower resolution images. However, if the plate is very small in the frame or heavily compressed, it may be harder to detect. Try tapping a marker on it if automatic detection fails.
Can I undo the blur later?
No, blurring permanently obscures the information. Download the blurred version, but keep your original photo if you need the unblurred version for any reason. The blur is applied to the pixels themselves.
Does it work for European/international plates?
Yes. The AI recognizes license plates from most countries - US, EU, UK, Asian formats. The rectangular shape and bumper position are universal cues regardless of format or language.
Can I blur faces too?
Yes! EditThisPic can blur faces, license plates, addresses, and other private information. For faces, try 'blur the face' or 'blur all faces in this photo.' The AI handles each type of content appropriately.
