Pixelate Image
Turn a whole photo into chunky square blocks — the classic pixel effect for hiding faces, text or private details, or for a retro game look — in your browser.
from your phone or computer, or drop a file here
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Larger blocks mean a more pixelated result. Small blocks (4–8 px) keep the image recognizable; large blocks (32–64 px) hide faces and text.
Honest note: pixelation hides detail permanently in the downloaded copy, so keep your original file. This tool pixelates the whole image. To pixelate only part of an image — one face or one number plate — use the Batch Blur & Pixelate tool instead.
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How to pixelate an image
- Choose an image, or drag and drop it above.
- Move the block-size slider — larger blocks hide more detail.
- Click Pixelate Image, check the result at full size, then tap Download below to save it.
When to pixelate a photo
Pixelate faces of people who did not agree to be in a shared photo, number plates, addresses on documents, and private text in screenshots. It also gives photos a retro, 8-bit game look for avatars and social posts. For anything truly sensitive, use a large block size and check the result zoomed in — small blocks can still leave a face or text recognizable.
Frequently asked questions
Is my image uploaded?
No. Pixelation runs on your device, in your browser.
Can I pixelate only one face or one area?
This tool pixelates the whole image. For selected areas, use the Batch Blur & Pixelate tool, where you place boxes exactly over the faces or plates you want to hide.
Can pixelation be undone?
No — the blocks replace the original detail in the downloaded copy, so keep your original file. This tool never changes the file on your device; it only makes a new pixelated copy for you to download.