Frequently Asked Questions

BlurMyShot is a free, browser-based tool that helps you protect sensitive information in your screenshots. It allows you to quickly blur specific areas of an image without installing any software or uploading your files to a server.

BlurMyShot is completely free to use. There are no subscriptions, premium features, or hidden fees.

No, BlurMyShot doesn't require any account creation or sign-up. Simply visit the website and start using it immediately.

No. The BlurMyShot team has no ability to see, access, or retrieve your images. All processing happens locally on your device, not on our servers.

We use minimal anonymous analytics to understand how people use the site (e.g., which features are used most often). This data does not include your screenshots or personally identifiable information. For more details, please see our Privacy Policy.

BlurMyShot currently supports JPG and PNG images. We recommend PNG format for screenshots as it typically provides better quality.

Since all processing happens in your browser, very large images might cause performance issues. We recommend keeping your screenshots under 5MB for optimal performance, though larger files may still work depending on your device's capabilities.

After uploading your screenshot, simply click and drag to draw a rectangle around the area you want to blur. You can create multiple blur regions as needed. If you make a mistake, use the reset button to start over.

The blur effect is optimized to sufficiently obscure text while maintaining a clean appearance. We've found that our default settings work well for most use cases while keeping the interface simple.

Yes, BlurMyShot is fully responsive and works on smartphones and tablets. You can blur screenshots directly on your mobile device using touch gestures.

BlurMyShot works best on modern browsers. We recommend using the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. If you're experiencing issues, try updating your browser or switching to a different one.

No, once you've downloaded the blurred image, the original areas cannot be recovered. The blur effect permanently alters those pixels in the downloaded file. However, until you download, you can reset the image in the browser to start over.

If you encounter any issues while using BlurMyShot, please let us know by sending an email to [email protected]. We appreciate your feedback and are continuously working to improve the tool.