Pixelate Image
Drag over the area to hide. It turns into coloured blocks that you can make bigger or smaller.
Drag a picture here or choose one
About Pixelate Image
Pixelating turns a part of a picture into a grid of large coloured squares. It is the classic way to hide a face, an address or a number while still showing that something was there. Drag a box over the part to hide, choose how large the squares should be and the detail underneath is replaced by blocks.
Each square takes the average colour of the pixels it covers, so the area keeps its overall colours but loses its detail. You can add several boxes, undo the last one, or pixelate the whole picture for a retro game look. The block size scales with the picture so it behaves the same on small and large files.
How to use Pixelate Image
- Choose a picture.
- Select "Areas I choose" and drag a box over each place to hide, or select the whole picture.
- Move the block size slider until the detail is gone.
- Pick a file type and press Download.
Common uses
- Hiding a face or a child in a photo
- Covering personal details in a screenshot
- Creating a retro pixel art look
- Censoring part of an image before posting it
Frequently asked questions
Is pixelating or blurring better for hiding things?
Both remove detail. Pixelating with large blocks is easy to read as a deliberate cover, while a strong blur looks softer. For text, use big blocks or a solid cover so nothing can be guessed.
How large should the blocks be?
Make them large enough that no letter or feature remains. As a guide, a face should be split into no more than a few blocks across, and a line of text should become a row of solid squares.
Can I pixelate only one part?
Yes. Choose "Areas I choose" and drag a box. Everything outside the box stays sharp. Add more boxes for more places.
Will the picture size change?
No. The picture is saved at its original width and height. Only the colours inside the boxes change.
Which file type should I choose?
PNG keeps the blocks crisp. JPG makes smaller files but can soften the edges of the squares a little.