Apply Gaussian Blur to images and videos online
Apply a smooth, natural Gaussian blur to images and videos to reduce noise, soften details, and create clean, professional-looking visuals. Works instantly in your browser — no login, no installation.
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Ideas for using the effect
Background blur
Soften distracting backgrounds while keeping the main subject visually dominant.
Noise reduction
Reduce digital noise and harsh textures in photos or low-light video footage.
Soft focus effect
Create gentle, cinematic softness for portraits, lifestyle shots, and product visuals.
UI and mockups
Blur sensitive areas or backgrounds in screenshots and interface mockups.
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Use Gaussian Blur in Photoshop, Figma or on your desktop
One account, the same effect everywhere.
In Photoshop
Apply it to a layer in Photoshop 2022 and later, on macOS or Windows. The plugin renders on your own GPU and hands the result back as pixels on a new layer.
get the Photoshop plugin →In Figma
Run it on images and frames without leaving the canvas. The Figma plugin is this same editor, pointed at whatever you have selected.
get the Figma plugin →On desktop
Install the macOS or Windows app when you want a window of its own, with your account and your presets already there.
download the desktop app →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaussian blur?
Gaussian blur is a smoothing technique based on a Gaussian function that evenly blurs an image by averaging pixel values. It produces a natural-looking, uniform blur without harsh edges.
How is Gaussian blur different from other blur effects?
Gaussian blur creates an even, soft blur across the image, while effects like motion blur introduce directional streaks and circular blur creates a center-focused radial falloff.
Can I use Gaussian blur on videos?
Yes. Gaussian blur works on both images and videos, allowing you to export blurred video clips directly from your browser.
Is this similar to Photoshop’s Gaussian Blur?
Yes. The effect behaves similarly to Photoshop’s Gaussian Blur, but runs in real time and supports both photo and video without installing any software. Inside Photoshop the Photoshop plugin matters when the blur is one step of a preset rather than the whole job.
Can I combine Gaussian blur with other effects?
Absolutely. Gaussian blur pairs well with color grading, film grain, vignette, and compositing effects.