What does an image pixelator do?

An image pixelator applies a pixel (mosaic) effect by downscaling and upscaling your photo. It creates a retro, blocky look while keeping the process fast in the browser.

Will pixelation reduce image quality?

Pixelation is a deliberate effect. The output is still a high-resolution image, but details are intentionally simplified into blocks.

Is Image Pixelator free?

Yes. You can pixelate images and download the result for free.

Image Pixelator - Pixelate Photos Online (Retro Pixel Effect)

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Pixel size 14

Smaller = more detail; larger = chunkier pixels.

Result

Upload an image to preview the pixelated output.

How to pixelate a photo

Create a retro pixel-art or mosaic pixelation effect in seconds:

Upload an image (JPG/PNG/WebP).
Adjust the Pixel size slider for more/less detail.
Download the pixelated result.

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FAQ

It applies a pixel/mosaic effect by resizing your image down and back up, creating a clean, blocky look.

Use the Pixel size slider. Smaller values keep more detail; larger values create bigger pixels.

Yes — pixelate your image and download the output for free.

Image Pixelator

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Result

How to pixelate a photo

FAQ

What does an image pixelator do?

How do I adjust the pixel size?

Is the tool free?

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