Cover names, numbers and faces with solid boxes that genuinely destroy the pixels underneath — unlike blur or pixelation, there is nothing to reverse.
Combined with the EXIF remover, this is a safe pipeline for publishing screenshots: redact the content, strip the metadata, share.
Redaction that actually destroys the pixels
Unlike blur or pixelation, redaction covers content with solid boxes that genuinely destroy the pixels underneath — there is nothing to reverse. It is the right tool for names, account numbers and faces in a screenshot you are about to publish.
Pair it with the EXIF remover for a safe publishing pipeline: redact the visible content, strip the hidden metadata, then share.
How it works
Drop an image and open Redact.
Drag boxes over everything sensitive.
Apply and download the clean copy.
Like every pixelpix tool, this runs 100% in your browser: your file is never uploaded to a server, never leaves your device, and works even offline once the page has loaded.
Frequently asked questions
Is redaction truly unrecoverable?
Yes. The covered pixels are replaced with a solid fill, so unlike blur or pixelation there is no underlying image to reconstruct.
Should I use Redact or Blur?
Use Redact for anything sensitive that must not be recovered; use Blur or Pixelate only for soft, cosmetic obscuring.
Does redaction remove metadata too?
No — it changes the visible pixels. Run the Metadata tool as well to strip EXIF such as GPS location before sharing.