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WhatsApp Privacy Shield

by CONVERSANTECH · privacyshield.conversantech.com · Tools
Established publisherManifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 21 Oct 2026

Locally blur sensitive WhatsApp Web content until you intentionally reveal it.

Users
10
−1 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
2
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#200K
#167K among extensions
Version
1.0.1
updated 3 Jul 2026

Users

monthly, 4 months
0510Jun 2026Sep 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 21 Oct 2026: 10 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 4 months
012Jun 2026Sep 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 21 Oct 2026: 2 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 WhatsApp Privacy Shield

WhatsApp Privacy Shield helps you protect sensitive content while using WhatsApp Web in shared spaces, during screen sharing, or when someone may glance at your screen. Blur selected WhatsApp Web areas by default and reveal content only when you choose. It is designed for professionals, teams, students, and anyone who wants more privacy without leaving WhatsApp Web. Privacy-First Design All message blurring is performed locally on your device. We do not store, inspect, or collect your messages or personal chats. Your data remains completely private and secure. Key Features - Granular Protection: Choose exactly what to hide (chat names, profile pictures, message previews, unread badges, active conversations, attachments, and search results). - Reveal on Demand: Temporarily reveal blurred items by hovering over them, clicking them, or holding down the Alt key. - Custom Profiles: Create and quickly switch between custom privacy setups tailored for different environments (e.g., Office, Café, Home, or Screen Sharing). - Cloud Sync: Securely back up and synchronize your privacy settings and profiles across all your browser instances. - Instant Controls: Easily toggle the shield on/off or change blur intensity/style (blur or pixelate). Keyboard Shortcuts Control the extension quickly without touching your mouse: - `Alt + Shift + B` — Toggle Privacy Shield - `Alt + Shift + P` — Panic blur all protected areas - `Alt + Shift + Right` — Switch to next privacy profile - `Alt + Shift + Left` — Switch to previous privacy profile --- Disclaimer: WhatsApp is a trademark of WhatsApp LLC, registered in the U.S. and other countries. WhatsApp Privacy Shield is an independent utility and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with WhatsApp or Meta Platforms, Inc.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+2+25.0%00.00
30 days−1−9.1%00.00

Version history

2 versions recorded
1.0.13 Jul 2026
1.0.030 Jun 2026

Details

Category
Tools
First seen
30 Jun 2026
Size
67 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
privacyshield.conversantech.com
Support
privacyshield.conversantech.com
Extension ID
kjpelhajcelcknfiajiafjjgiibknnhd

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 2, likelihood 2
Permissions
storage
Site access
https://web.whatsapp.com/*

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