Redact Image

or drop files here

Redact Image lets you permanently replace a rectangular pixel region with a solid color. Choose a photo to begin.

Method and calculation

Permanently replace a rectangular pixel region with a solid color.

Inputs and settings

Redact Image accepts Left (%) (minimum 0, maximum 100); Top (%) (minimum 0, maximum 100); Width (%) (minimum 0, maximum 100); Height (%) (minimum 0, maximum 100); Cover color.

Worked example

Redact Image example — Left (%): 25; Top (%): 25; Width (%): 50; Height (%): 25; Cover color: "#000000". Preview instructions: Select a still photo, then use Left (%): 25; Top (%): 25; Width (%): 50; Height (%): 25; Cover color: "#000000". The result is a PNG with permanently replace a rectangular pixel region with a solid color.

Output and limitations

The covered rectangle is first cleared and then filled with opaque RGB pixels. The exported PNG no longer contains the covered source pixels. Review the complete download for captions, reflections and other visible copies of sensitive information outside the selected rectangle.

Technical references: Canvas pixel manipulation

Redact Image FAQs

Redact Image applies the following rule to your input: Permanently replace a rectangular pixel region with a solid color. The visible preview shows the resulting image effect.
Redact Image has these boundaries: Processes one still image locally. PNG export uses a maximum 4096-pixel source edge; effects may expand the canvas. Start by checking the left (%) field against the units or format shown.
Redact Image provides this sample: Select a still photo, then use Left (%): 25; Top (%): 25; Width (%): 50; Height (%): 25; Cover color: "#000000". The result is a PNG with permanently replace a rectangular pixel region with a solid color.. The preview can be inspected before saving.