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Gaussian Image Blur

Apply a bounded number of Gaussian blur passes.

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Gaussian blur softens details across the image rather than moving or removing them.

Choose the pass count and review the effect at a useful viewing size.

Inputs and controls

One image or a batch

Source images

JPEG, PNG, WebP

Static images. Up to 4 MiB per file, 12 MiB total and 4 million pixels per image. At most six source images.

Blur passes

Tool inputs

Allowed range: 1 to 10

Download format

Tool inputs

PNG, preserves alpha, JPEG, flattens alpha, WebP, server support needed

Quality

Tool inputs

Allowed range: 1 to 100

How to use

Why use this tool

The bounded pass control makes the strength of the visual effect explicit.

Before relying on the result

Compare the finished picture with its source. Do not rely on a blur effect to guarantee that sensitive details cannot be inferred.

Questions

Is blur secure redaction?

No. Do not rely on a blur effect to guarantee that sensitive details cannot be inferred.

What should I check before using Gaussian Image Blur?

Prepare a supported source image and check Blur passes, Download format and Quality. Use the exact units shown beside the controls and replace any example values with your own inputs.

Source page last modified: 2026-10-04T18:22:34+00:00. This profile describes the tool; use its page to run it.

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