How to Blur Images on iPhone

iPhone offers several ways to blur images, from built-in Portrait Mode to editing tools. Here's how to blur images on iPhone.

Method 1: Portrait Mode (while taking photo)

1. Open the Camera app on your iPhone.
2. Swipe to Portrait mode (available on iPhone 7 Plus and later).
3. Frame your subject and tap to focus.
4. Take the photo - iPhone automatically blurs the background.
5. After taking the photo, open it in Photos app.
6. Tap Edit in the top right.
7. Adjust the blur intensity using the f slider at the bottom (f/1.4 to f/16).
8. Tap Done to save.

Method 2: Blur existing photos in Photos app

For photos already taken (iOS 16+):

1. Open the Photos app and select your photo.
2. Tap Edit in the top right.
3. If the photo supports it, you'll see a Portrait option with blur controls.
4. Adjust the blur intensity using the f slider.
5. Tap Done to save.

Note: This works best with photos taken in Portrait Mode or with compatible iPhones.

Method 3: Using third-party apps

For more control, use apps like:

• Snapseed (free): Offers Lens Blur and Tilt-Shift blur effects.
• Afterlight: Provides various blur filters.
• VSCO: Includes blur and bokeh effects.

Free web-based alternative

For the best results without installing apps, use our free Blur Background tool:

1. Open Safari or Chrome on your iPhone.
2. Visit our Blur Background tool.
3. Upload your photo from your iPhone.
4. Select blur intensity (Light, Medium, Strong, or Max).
5. Download your image with a professionally blurred background.

This tool uses AI to automatically detect and blur only the background while keeping your subject sharp. Works perfectly on iPhone browsers.

Try it online (free)

• Blur Background - Blur background while keeping subject sharp
• Remove background from image
• Change image background
• Enhance image quality

Tips for blurring on iPhone

• Use Portrait Mode when taking new photos for automatic background blur.
• Adjust blur intensity in Photos app after taking Portrait Mode photos.
• For existing photos, use third-party apps or our Blur Background web tool.
• Portrait Mode works best with people and objects that have clear separation from background.
• Use good lighting for better subject detection and blur results.
• For best quality, use our Blur Background tool which works on any photo.

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