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Date	Users	Rating	Reviews	Version
Apr 29, 2026	478	4.00	5	1.0.0
May 11, 2026	575	4.00	5	2.0.0
May 17, 2026	585	4.00	5	2.0.0
May 23, 2026	570	4.00	5	2.0.0
May 30, 2026	640	4.00	5	2.0.0
Jun 5, 2026	838	4.00	5	2.0.0
Jun 13, 2026	933	4.00	5	2.0.0
Now	978	4.00	5	2.0.0

Changelog

Apr 29, 2026

description

Have you ever felt exposed while using a web-based messaging service in public places? There's no need to worry, we have the perfect solution for you! This Chrome extension will make your life easier. Once activated, any chat and media content will be automatically blurred, allowing you to enjoy full privacy and peace of mind.

Key Features:

One-Click Activation: Using one click of the extension will enable you to begin getting privacy protection

Profile Picture Blur: Change your profile picture to blur picture so that your identity will be hidden faster and easier.

Chat Privacy: The blurring of chats instantly on the web version to preserve the privacy of your conversations.

Media Content Blur: Data protection issue has become a concern. It is essential to ensure shared media content is covered through automatic blurring.

How to Use:

Launch Chrome Web Store and search Privacy extension for WhatsApp Web chrome extension. To install it, click “Add to Chrome” button.

The first step is to access WhatsApp Web through www.web. whatsapp.com and scan the QR code with their phones.

It is possible to activate the extension using the icon in the toolbar of your Chrome browser and then launch WhatsApp Web after that.

Determine the available privacy settings that you will be employing like blurring profile pictures, conversations, or media content.

Once you turn on the extension, you will be able to select privacy options that will be applied to the web version of WhatsApp, which will help to protect your privacy better.

For configuration options on the add-on, click on the button and select desired specifications. To disable the extension, click on the button in the toolbar and choose the option from the menu that you want to remove or disable.

Who Can Benefit from This Extension

This Chrome extension is helpful for those who use WhatsApp Web in public or shared environments to maintain their privacy. It helps keep your identity secret and protects your conversations and media content.

Why It Is Useful?

This extension is important because it provides comprehensive privacy by blurring profile pictures, chats, and media content, so that you can have complete privacy for your conversations and for the media you share. With one-click activation and auto-apply privacy controls, it takes care of it automatically and ensures you never have to touch the settings.

The extension ensures privacy in public, prevents privacy violations by hiding certain information from the users, and provides the user with the ability to control the privacy from the settings menu based on the needs and requirements.

FAQs

1. Does it work with other web browsers and not just chrome

At this moment in time, it is only supported for Chrome.

2. I have to know if this extension need to access my WhatsApp data?

It does not violate your privacy by accessing your WhatsApp profile.

3. Will blurring media content affect the quality of images and videos?

The blur effect does not distort the original files; the original files are fully preserved.

4. May I select the chat or media content to blur?

The extension sets privacy options for all chat and media content with a universal approach.

5. Is the extension free or does it have a price tag associated with it as in the case of paid subscriptions?

It is also a free extension with no paid plans or tiers available.

Have you ever felt exposed while using a web-based messaging service in public places? There's no need to worry, we have the perfect solution for you!

Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Web lets you hide sensitive content on WhatsApp Web with a single tap — perfect for working in cafes, offices, or anywhere someone might glance at your screen.

🔒 Privacy Mode

One master toggle that instantly blurs everything on WhatsApp Web simultaneously. Turn it on before a meeting, turn it off when you're alone. It's that simple.

🎚️ Blur Intensity Control

Choose how aggressively content is hidden. Light blur for a subtle effect, Medium for most situations, or Heavy for maximum privacy. Your preference is saved automatically.

⚙️ Granular Controls

Prefer to hide only specific content? Use individual toggles to control exactly what gets blurred:

Profile pictures (your own and others)
Chat messages
Profile and contact names
Message previews in the sidebar
Text input field
Group and user icons
Media gallery

🟢 Live Status Indicator

The popup shows whether you're currently on WhatsApp Web, so you always know if the extension is active on your current tab.

🛡️ Privacy Usage Stats

See how long you've had privacy protection active — a small reminder that your screen is being looked after.
Your data stays yours. This extension works entirely on your device. No data is collected, no servers are contacted, and nothing about your chats or contacts is ever transmitted anywhere. All settings are stored locally in your browser.

How to Use:

Launch Chrome Web Store and search Privacy extension for WhatsApp Web chrome extension. To install it, click “Add to Chrome” button.

The first step is to access WhatsApp Web through www.web. whatsapp.com and scan the QR code with their phones.

It is possible to activate the extension using the icon in the toolbar of your Chrome browser and then launch WhatsApp Web after that.

Determine the available privacy settings that you will be employing like blurring profile pictures, conversations, or media content.

Once you turn on the extension, you will be able to select privacy options that will be applied to the web version of WhatsApp, which will help to protect your privacy better.

For configuration options on the add-on, click on the button and select desired specifications.

Who Can Benefit from This Extension

This Chrome extension is helpful for those who use WhatsApp Web in public or shared environments to maintain their privacy. It helps keep your identity secret and protects your conversations and media content.

Why It Is Useful?

This extension is important because it provides comprehensive privacy by blurring profile pictures, chats, and media content, so that you can have complete privacy for your conversations and for the media you share. With one-click activation and auto-apply privacy controls, it takes care of it automatically and ensures you never have to touch the settings.

The extension ensures privacy in public, prevents privacy violations by hiding certain information from the users, and provides the user with the ability to control the privacy from the settings menu based on the needs and requirements.

FAQs

1. Does it work with other web browsers and not just chrome

At this moment in time, it is only supported for Chrome.

2. I have to know if this extension need to access my WhatsApp data?

It does not violate your privacy by accessing your WhatsApp profile.

3. Will blurring media content affect the quality of images and videos?

The blur effect does not distort the original files; the original files are fully preserved.

4. May I select the chat or media content to blur?

The extension sets privacy options for all chat and media content with a universal approach.

5. Is the extension free or does it have a price tag associated with it as in the case of paid subscriptions?

It is also a free extension with no paid plans or tiers available.

Permissions & access

Permissions: storage
Host access: None declared

Screenshots

Privacy Extension for Whatsapp Web screenshot 1

About

Have you ever felt exposed while using a web-based messaging service in public places? There's no need to worry, we have the perfect solution for you!

Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Web lets you hide sensitive content on WhatsApp Web with a single tap — perfect for working in cafes, offices, or anywhere someone might glance at your screen.

🔒 Privacy Mode

One master toggle that instantly blurs everything on WhatsApp Web simultaneously. Turn it on before a meeting, turn it off when you're alone. It's that simple.

🎚️ Blur Intensity Control

Choose how aggressively content is hidden. Light blur for a subtle effect, Medium for most situations, or Heavy for maximum privacy. Your preference is saved automatically.

⚙️ Granular Controls

Prefer to hide only specific content? Use individual toggles to control exactly what gets blurred:

Profile pictures (your own and others)
Chat messages
Profile and contact names
Message previews in the sidebar
Text input field
Group and user icons
Media gallery

🟢 Live Status Indicator

The popup shows whether you're currently on WhatsApp Web, so you always know if the extension is active on your current tab.

🛡️ Privacy Usage Stats

See how long you've had privacy protection active — a small reminder that your screen is being looked after.
Your data stays yours. This extension works entirely on your device. No data is collected, no servers are contacted, and nothing about your chats or contacts is ever transmitted anywhere. All settings are stored locally in your browser.

How to Use:

Launch Chrome Web Store and search Privacy extension for WhatsApp Web chrome extension. To install it, click “Add to Chrome” button.

The first step is to access WhatsApp Web through www.web. whatsapp.com and scan the QR code with their phones.

It is possible to activate the extension using the icon in the toolbar of your Chrome browser and then launch WhatsApp Web after that.

Determine the available privacy settings that you will be employing like blurring profile pictures, conversations, or media content.

Once you turn on the extension, you will be able to select privacy options that will be applied to the web version of WhatsApp, which will help to protect your privacy better.

For configuration options on the add-on, click on the button and select desired specifications.

Who Can Benefit from This Extension

This Chrome extension is helpful for those who use WhatsApp Web in public or shared environments to maintain their privacy. It helps keep your identity secret and protects your conversations and media content.

Why It Is Useful?

This extension is important because it provides comprehensive privacy by blurring profile pictures, chats, and media content, so that you can have complete privacy for your conversations and for the media you share. With one-click activation and auto-apply privacy controls, it takes care of it automatically and ensures you never have to touch the settings.

The extension ensures privacy in public, prevents privacy violations by hiding certain information from the users, and provides the user with the ability to control the privacy from the settings menu based on the needs and requirements.

FAQs

1. Does it work with other web browsers and not just chrome

At this moment in time, it is only supported for Chrome.

2. I have to know if this extension need to access my WhatsApp data?

It does not violate your privacy by accessing your WhatsApp profile.

3. Will blurring media content affect the quality of images and videos?

The blur effect does not distort the original files; the original files are fully preserved.

4. May I select the chat or media content to blur?

The extension sets privacy options for all chat and media content with a universal approach.

5. Is the extension free or does it have a price tag associated with it as in the case of paid subscriptions?

It is also a free extension with no paid plans or tiers available.

Technical

Version: 2.0.0
Manifest: V3
Size: 101KiB
Min Chrome: 88
Languages: 1
Featured: No

Metadata

ID: jiblfbbicmaflffoccddgeikphmiofkn
Developer ID: ud988b9c67912a1191e7e21afcadd93e4
Developer Email: [email protected]
Created: Jun 25, 2024
Last Updated (Store): Apr 10, 2026
Last Scraped: Jun 13, 2026
Website: —
Support URL: —
Privacy Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Fd7x3GB_FjT6gObSw5eO03Z6-YuZ4vfD/view?usp=sharing