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GmailBlur

by faijan saifi · Privacy & Security
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 15 Oct 2026

Protect your Gmail privacy by blurring content until you hover over it.

Users
387
+6 in 30 days
Rating
0.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
0
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#48K
#41K among extensions
Version
1.0
updated 19 Aug 2024

Users

monthly, 2 years
0195390Aug 2024Oct 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 387 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 2 years
001Aug 2024Oct 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 0 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About GmailBlur

BlurGmail is a powerful Chrome extension designed to enhance your email privacy with minimal effort. By automatically blurring email content on hover, BlurGmail helps protect sensitive information from unauthorized viewing, making it ideal for use in public or shared spaces. Key Features: Automatic Blurring: Instantly applies a blur effect to email content when you hover over it, ensuring that private information remains concealed. Customizable Settings: Tailor the blurring effect to your preference with adjustable intensity and targeted settings for specific emails or sections. Real-Time Monitoring: Seamlessly integrates with your Gmail account, continuously applying the blurring effect to new emails as they arrive. User-Friendly Installation: Easy to install and set up, BlurGmail integrates smoothly with Gmail for a hassle-free experience. Privacy Protection: Designed with user privacy as a priority, ensuring your email content is only visible to you while maintaining security. How It Works: Install the Extension: Download BlurGmail from the Chrome Web Store and add it to your browser. Configure Your Preferences: Adjust the settings to suit your privacy needs and preferences. Hover to Blur: Simply hover over any email content to activate the blur effect, safeguarding your information from onlookers. Whether you’re on the go, working in a shared environment, or just want extra privacy, BlurGmail provides a simple yet effective solution for keeping your email content secure. Install it today and experience enhanced privacy with ease.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+1+0.3%00.00
30 days+6+1.6%00.00
6 months+119+44.4%00.00
1 year+233+151.3%00.00

Version history

1 versions recorded
1.01 Aug 2024

Details

Category
Privacy & Security
First seen
1 Aug 2024
Size
39 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Extension ID
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Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 2, likelihood 2
Permissions
activeTabtabsstorage

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