Click to upload or drag & drop a photo
Upload, then use the sliders to position the pixelation over the faceBlur vs. pixelate for privacy
Pixelation and blur both obscure a region, but pixelation's hard blocky edges read as a more deliberate, unmistakable "this was intentionally hidden" signal — which is why news photos and TV often use it instead of blur. Use whichever look you prefer; the privacy effect is comparable.
How to use Pixelate Face in Photo
- Upload the photo you want to edit.
- Adjust any sliders, colours, or options shown above the upload box — the preview updates as you go.
- Compare the before and after side by side.
- Download the edited photo once it looks the way you want.
Tips for best results
- Try a few different settings before downloading — most sliders here update the preview instantly, so it's quick to compare options.
- Work from your best-quality original; effects applied on top of an already-compressed photo tend to look rougher.
- If you're combining this with another tool (like compressing afterwards), apply this effect first, then compress last.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Can I apply this more than once to stack the effect?
Yes — download the result and re-upload it to apply the effect again, though stacking some effects can look over-processed quickly.
Does this work on PNG images with transparency?
Transparent areas are generally preserved unless the tool specifically converts to JPG, which fills transparency with white.
Which is better for privacy, blur or pixelate?
Both meaningfully obscure detail; pixelation is the more visually recognisable "this has been redacted" signal, which is why it's common in news media.
Does this detect faces automatically?
No — position the mosaic box manually using the sliders over whatever needs hiding.
Can I make the blocks bigger or smaller?
The block size scales automatically to the size of your selected region for a consistent look; a larger selected region gets slightly larger blocks.