Progressive Blur Maker
A free online tool to add progressive blur to your mockups, UI screens, and images. Supports PNG, JPEG, WebP images.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is progressive blur?
Progressive blur is a smooth gradient blur effect that gradually increases in intensity across an image. Unlike standard blur that affects the entire image uniformly, progressive blur transitions from sharp to blurred, creating a natural depth-of-field effect.
How to add progressive blur to an image online?
Upload your image (PNG, JPEG, or WebP) to BrandBird's Progressive Blur Maker, adjust the blur direction and intensity, preview the effect in real-time, and export the result. No software installation required.
Is the Progressive Blur tool free?
Yes. The Progressive Blur Maker is a completely free online tool. Add smooth gradient blur effects to your images without watermarks or sign-ups.
What are the best use cases for progressive blur?
Progressive blur is perfect for hero images, UI mockup backgrounds, social media graphics, product photography, creating depth-of-field effects, hiding sensitive content gradually, and adding visual hierarchy to busy screenshots.
Which image formats does the Progressive Blur tool support?
The tool supports PNG, JPEG, and WebP image uploads. You can export the blurred image in any of these formats.
How to create a depth-of-field effect without a camera?
Use the Progressive Blur Maker to simulate a depth-of-field effect on any flat image. Adjust the blur gradient direction and intensity to draw focus to a specific area of your image, mimicking the bokeh effect seen in professional photography.
Can I control the direction of the progressive blur?
Yes. You can set the blur gradient direction — top-to-bottom, bottom-to-top, left-to-right, or right-to-left — and adjust the intensity curve to control how quickly the blur transitions.
How to make mockup backgrounds look professional with blur?
Apply a subtle progressive blur to your mockup background to create visual depth and keep the focus on the foreground content. This technique is commonly used in product landing pages and SaaS marketing materials.
