# DataBlur > Blur sensitive information in real-time. Screen privacy for demos, presentations & recordings. Protect client data automatically. 100% local processing, zero cloud uploads - built for privacy-conscious professionals. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/datablur](https://chrome-stats.com/d/datablur) ## Overview - **ID:** `datablur` - **Platform:** Firefox - **Type:** Firefox add-on - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** DataBlur - **Category:** privacy-security - **Daily users:** 46 - **Weekly downloads:** 12 - **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (5 ratings) - **Version:** 3.5.0 - **Last updated:** 2026-09-15 - **First published:** 2025-12-11 - **Size:** 415 KB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-16 - **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/datablur/) - **Website:** [https://datablur.app](https://datablur.app/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/datablur/privacy/](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/datablur/privacy/) ## Description BLUR YOUR SCREEN. PROTECT YOUR PRIVACY. SHOW REAL WORK SAFELY. DataBlur is a screen blur extension that eliminates "demo anxiety": it blurs sensitive information during screen shares and recordings — in real time, locally, and in one click. No more fake data. No more hours of video editing. No more worrying about accidental leaks. Perfect for consultants, sales engineers, content creators, and anyone who presents real data on live calls or in recorded tutorials. WHAT DATABLUR DOES Blur your screen and protect sensitive information during: • Live screen shares (Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Discord) • Screen recordings (Loom, OBS, QuickTime, any recording tool) • Tutorial creation & course recording • Client presentations & demos • Webinars & training sessions Automatically blur: • Passwords & API keys • Email addresses & phone numbers • Customer names & account IDs • Credit cards & financial data • Confidential documents & pricing • Any sensitive information you choose • The entire screen — full-display blur with one click KEY FEATURES One-Click Blur Modes • Element blur: click any webpage element (text, buttons, images, forms) • Area blur: drag to create custom blur zones — censor screen regions instantly • Text blur: select and blur text passages anywhere on the page • Title blur: hide sensitive page titles from recordings • Full-screen blur: blur the whole screen for maximum protection Intelligent Auto-Detection • Automatically finds and blurs emails, phone numbers, credit cards, passwords, security codes, API keys, and other PII • Pattern recognition for authentication tokens and secrets • One click removes every blur on the current page Persistent Domain Rules • Set preferences once per website — they stay active across all sessions • Return to a site and your screen blur settings are already applied • No reconfiguring every time Complete Privacy & Security • 100% local processing — your data never leaves your browser • Zero cloud uploads or external API calls • No account required, no data collection • GDPR compliant with optional anonymous analytics • Manifest V3 compliant for maximum security Professional Controls • Adjustable blur intensity (+/- controls) • Floating toolbar with keyboard shortcuts • Per-domain toggle (enable/disable by website) • Settings sync across browser tabs and sessions KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS • Alt+Shift+T — Toggle toolbar visibility • Alt+Shift+B — Blur selected text • Alt+Shift+R — Remove all blurs on page • Alt+Shift+A — Toggle auto-detection WHO USES DATABLUR Freelance Consultants & Independent Professionals Switch between client projects during screen shares without revealing confidential information. Present portfolios while staying NDA-compliant. Sales Engineers & Account Executives Deliver live product demos on real customer data instead of fake test environments. Show actual dashboards without exposing customer names or pricing. Content Creators & Technical Educators Record coding tutorials without editing out passwords and API keys. Blur your screen recording at capture time and save 2–4 hours of post-production per video. Agency Owners & Service Providers Showcase client work in new-business pitches while respecting NDAs. Present campaign results without exposing client identities. Financial Advisors & Legal Professionals Present portfolios and reports while protecting client PII. Demonstrate software while staying compliant. COMMON USE CASES Live Sales Demonstrations Present real customer data on sales calls without revealing sensitive information. Build trust with authentic demos instead of fake environments. Tutorial & Course Recording Blur your screen recording as you capture it — no hours spent removing passwords, API keys, or personal data in post. Client Presentations Switch between projects on consulting calls while confidential fields stay hidden automatically. No logging out between clients. Webinar Hosting Demonstrate software features or business processes without exposing backend credentials or admin access. Support & Training Calls Help customers troubleshoot while their sensitive account information stays blurred on screen. ADVANTAGES OVER ALTERNATIVES VS. Post-Production Editing (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut) ✗ Requires 2–4 hours per video ✗ Needs technical expertise ✗ Cannot protect live calls ✓ DataBlur: real-time screen blur, zero editing time, works for live presentations VS. Built-in Tools (Loom Blur, Cleanshot) ✗ Limited to one specific recording app ✗ Cannot protect live Zoom/Meet calls ✗ No persistent rules across sessions ✓ DataBlur: works with ANY recording tool, protects live screen shares, automatic persistence VS. DIY Solutions (sticky notes, browser zoom) ✗ Unreliable and easy to forget ✗ Disrupts your workflow ✗ Looks unprofessional ✓ DataBlur: automated, persistent, professional VS. Cloud-Based Screen Protection ✗ Uploads your screen to external servers ✗ Privacy concerns ✗ Requires an internet connection ✓ DataBlur: 100% local screen blur, complete privacy control, works offline PRIVACY COMMITMENT Your privacy is our priority: • All blur operations run locally in your browser • Zero cloud uploads or external services • No account creation or personal information required • No mandatory data collection • Optional anonymous analytics (can be disabled) • Transparent 90-day data retention policy • GDPR compliant TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS • Works on: Chrome, Edge, Brave, and all Chromium browsers • Performance: blur creation in under 50 ms • Storage: secure browser storage API • Security: Manifest V3 compliant, strict CSP • Compatibility: works with all recording tools (Zoom, Meet, Teams, Loom, OBS, etc.) • Updates: automatic Future premium features are in development to support sustainability, but core privacy protection will remain accessible. GET STARTED IN 30 SECONDS
  1. Click "Add to Chrome" (no account needed)
  2. Pin the extension to your toolbar
  3. Visit any website and click the DataBlur icon
  4. Choose your blur mode and protect your data
  5. Start your screen share or recording with confidence
Your blur preferences save automatically and persist across sessions. SUPPORT & FEEDBACK Need help or have a feature request? • Email: support@datablur.app • Report issues: open the extension popup → "Contact support" • Feature requests: we actively incorporate user feedback TRUSTED BY PROFESSIONALS Join thousands of consultants, sales engineers, and content creators who present with confidence using DataBlur. DATABLUR: Present real data. Blur what's sensitive. Eliminate demo anxiety. Install now and blur your screen in one click. ## Rankings - #16,788 — Overall - #30 — x data - #37 — data - #91 — sustainable - #120 — present - #134 — password-protected ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `storage` - `contextMenus` - `tabs` ### Content script matches - `` ## Safety - **Risk impact:** High risk impact - **Risk likelihood:** Moderate risk likelihood ### Analysis details - Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern. - This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe. > Some risk analysis details are omitted from this free response. [Upgrade to view the full analysis](https://chrome-stats.com/pricing). ## Similar extensions and apps - [ZeroBlur](https://chrome-stats.com/d/zeroblur) — 385 users, 4.40 / 5 - [AI BlurWeb | Blur Sensitive Screen Sharing](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ai-blurweb) — 1 users - [Screen Share Privacy & Blur - Privacy Lens](https://chrome-stats.com/d/privacy-lens-safe-streaming) — 1 users - [PrivacyBlur: Auto-Hide Sensitive Data](https://chrome-stats.com/d/privacy-blur) — 4 users - [ContextBlur](https://chrome-stats.com/d/contextblur) — 1 users - [GetBlur.io](https://chrome-stats.com/d/getblur-io) - [SafeCast](https://chrome-stats.com/d/safecast) — 1 users - [BlurIt - WhatsApp Web Privacy Blur](https://chrome-stats.com/d/blurit-whatsapp-privacy-blur) — 4 users - [aithoria ShareShield](https://chrome-stats.com/d/aithoria-shareshield) - [Blur privacy on Screenshot before sharing](https://chrome-stats.com/d/blur-before-sending-to-anyone) — 3 users, 5.00 / 5 - [BlurEZ](https://chrome-stats.com/d/blurez) — 1 users - [PrivacyLens Image Blur](https://chrome-stats.com/d/privacylens-image-blur) --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/datablur)