Privacy Blur: Screen Privacy Tool Chrome extension logo

Privacy Blur: Screen Privacy Tool

Blur sensitive text and images on any webpage before screenshots or screen sharing.

5.02 reviews~149 usersPrivacy & SecurityBy
Freemium
Updated 2026-09-01

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Overview

Privacy Blur - The Ultimate Screen Privacy Tool Protect sensitive information before you capture or share your screen. Privacy Blur gives you instant, local-only privacy controls that work on any website. How it works: Choose the mode you need and apply it instantly: - Focus Mode to keep a selected area visible. - Full Blur to soften the entire screen. - Word Masking to hide specific terms. - Area Blur to drag and blur a custom region on demand. - Decoy Mode to replace the screen with realistic fake content. --- KEY FEATURES Precision Privacy Controls * Area Blur (New): Drag to create a temporary blur zone. Resize, move, or delete it instantly. * Word Masking: Hide sensitive words with a simple list. * Adjustable Intensity: Fine-tune how strong the blur appears. Smart Financial Mode (PRO) * Automatically masks card, account, and currency patterns. * Fully configurable detection rules. * Optional “Mask all numbers” for aggressive privacy. Smart Auto-Blur (PRO) * Blur when you go idle or switch tabs. * Perfect for live meetings and screen sharing. 🧭 Stability & Control Update * Status Report: See current mode, site-rule match, zone-edit availability, and the reason Privacy Blur is or is not active. * Temporary Protection Timer: Free supports a 5-minute blur session on the current tab. Premium adds 15/30-minute presets, all-tabs scope, and a custom duration. Settings Export/Import * Back up or restore your settings with one click. * Settings only — device tokens and licenses are excluded. Designed for Speed * Keyboard shortcuts for rapid activation. * Zero-latency local processing. * Minimal impact on browser performance. Privacy By Design * 100% Local Processing: Your browsing data never leaves your device. * No Tracking: We do not collect personal data. --- PREMIUM FEATURES (Optional) Upgrade to unlock advanced capabilities: - Smart Financial Mode (pattern-based financial masking) - Smart Auto-Blur (idle/tab detection) - Advanced blur presets and power-user settings • ⏱️ Extended temporary protection (15/30m, all tabs, custom timer) *The extension is free to download. Premium features are optional and require a subscription via external payment.* *Free version includes standard privacy features and remains fully functional.* --- Perfect for: - Content Creators: Hide personal info in tutorials and streams. - Professionals: Secure client data during video calls. - Teachers: Mask grade books or student info while sharing screens. - Everyone: Protect your digital footprint daily. — Questions? Email: toutirabienpourmoi@gmail.com --- Release Notes v1.2.1 (2026.04.02) Minor fix. v1.2.0 (2026.03.24) Refined temporary protection free/pro rules, added clearer premium badges for premium-only controls, improved status report alignment, and fixed content script bundling so reload warnings do not appear on normal web pages. v1.1.5 (2026.01.25) Improved recovery mode, enhanced Decoy screen, and general UX improvements. v1.1.2 (2026.01.22) Fixed tab switch detection bug, Improved Area Blur. v1.1.0 (2026.01.20) Added Smart Financial Mode, one-time Area Blur with resize/drag, settings export/import, and improved bulk masking UX. v1.0.1 (2026.01.11) Enhanced security and server communication stability, improved device authentication recovery process, and implemented protection measures for user inquiries. v0.9.5 Initial Release

Pros

  • free
  • privacy-focused
  • AI-powered
  • customizable

Cons

  • premium features paywalled
  • subscription required for full features

Who should use Privacy Blur: Screen Privacy Tool?

Pricing

Privacy Blur: Screen Privacy Tool is freemium. The free tier is usable for evaluation; compare paid tiers before committing a team.

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Frequently asked questions

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Privacy Blur: Screen Privacy Tool offers paid plans.

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