If you’re a YouTube creator, sometimes you may need to hide a face, number plate, or private info in your video. The good news? You don’t need any fancy software to do it. YouTube Studio has a blur tool that helps you blur faces and objects directly on your video.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to blur faces, moving objects, and sensitive details using YouTube Studio’s editor.
Why Use the Blur Tool in YouTube Studio?
The blur tool in YouTube Studio is helpful when:
- You accidentally show someone’s face without permission
- You want to hide personal information (phone number, ID, license plate, etc.)
- You want to protect someone’s privacy
- You need to censor a part of your video for any reason
YouTube makes it easy. You can blur faces or select any object to blur, even if it’s moving.
Step-by-Step: How to Blur Faces in YouTube Studio
Let’s start with how to blur faces in YouTube videos using the built-in tool.
Step 1: Go to YouTube Studio
- Open YouTube Studio
- Click on “Content” from the left menu
- Select the video you want to edit
Step 2: Open the Editor
- On the left, click “Editor”
- You will see your video timeline and editing options
Step 3: Add Blur
- Scroll down and click “+ Add Blur”
- Choose “Face Blur”
- YouTube will scan your video and detect faces automatically
- Select the face(s) you want to blur
- Click “Apply”
Step 4: Adjust the Blur
- You can move or resize the blur area
- Set the start and end time for when you want the blur to appear
- Once done, click “Save” at the top right
That’s it! Your video will now blur the selected faces.
How to Blur Moving Objects in YouTube Videos
Want to blur something that moves, like a car or object? YouTube Studio can do that too.
Step 1: Open Your Video in the Editor
- Go to the video and click “Editor”
- Choose “+ Add Blur”
- This time, click “Custom Blur”
Step 2: Select the Blur Area
- Draw a box over the object you want to blur
- Choose “Track object” to follow the movement
- YouTube will try to follow the object automatically
- You can also resize or move the box if needed
Step 3: Save Your Edits
- Click “Done” and then “Save”
- Your object will now stay blurred as it moves across the screen
This is perfect for blurring license plates, logos, or sensitive areas.
Tips to Use Blur Tool Better
Here are a few tips when using the YouTube Studio blur feature:
- Use Face Blur for still or known faces
- Use Custom Blur for anything else, especially moving parts
- You can blur multiple things in one video
- Preview the video before saving to make sure the blur is working properly
Common Uses for YouTube Blur Tool
People often use the blur tool to:
- Hide children’s faces for safety
- Blur passwords or emails on screen
- Censor parts of a prank or vlog
- Blur brands or logos they don’t want to show
- Remove unwanted people from the background
Final Words
The YouTube Studio blur tool is a powerful and free way to protect privacy and keep your videos safe. Whether it’s a face, an object, or sensitive text, you can blur it quickly without editing software.
Next time you upload a video, remember you can fix privacy issues right inside YouTube Studio.
