Pixelate images online to create retro pixel art or hide details. Choose the block size and download the result. Free image pixelator, files stay private.
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About this tool
Render an image as blocks of color for a pixelated visual effect.
How to use Image Pixelator
Choose an image and adjust Pixel size.
Enable Show pixel grid if you want outlines around the blocks.
Review the result and Download pixelated image.
Worked example
Increase pixel size on a landscape to create a deliberately coarse mosaic.
Is this suitable for selective censoring?
It affects the image as a whole. Use Photo Censor to mark particular regions.
Does pixelation guarantee private details are hidden?
No. Small blocks or recognizable context can still reveal information. Inspect the final file carefully.
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