Control what stays visible.

A privacy-first browser extension that lets you obscure text directly in your browser. Redact sensitive content instantly.

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SOFT BLACKOUT
MANUAL MODE
PAGE ACTIONS

v1.1.1

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Redact and share content safely.

Professional redaction features designed to safeguard sensitive info on live pages.

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Visual Redaction Engine

Obscure any text or element on a web page instantly. Redact keys, user values, or descriptions in real-time with a single click before sharing screenshots.

LOCAL RUN
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Custom Styles

Choose between classic black blackout blocks, text blurring overlays, or custom redactions to match your visual preferences.

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Interactive Layout

Hidden elements stay active in the DOM, meaning interactive elements, scripts, and layouts remain completely functional.

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Privacy First

All operations execute 100% locally in your browser. No data is sent to external servers, ensuring zero logging or leaks.

How It Works

Obscure sensitive data on any website in seconds. Everything runs locally.

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Activate

Click the Soft Blackout extension icon in your browser toolbar to activate selection mode.

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Choose Style

Select your desired redaction style, such as solid blackout block, blur, or hidden.

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Obscure Content

Click or drag over text blocks or layout elements to immediately obscure them from view.

Use Cases

Discover how Soft Blackout helps keep your confidential data safe.

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Privacy Protection

  • check_circle Hide emails, keys, and tokens in seconds.
  • check_circle Present your screen without exposing admin panels.
  • check_circle Blur personal dashboard values during video calls.
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Creative Redaction

  • check_circle Create unique blackout poetry on web pages.
  • check_circle Temporarily hide text for design focus.
  • check_circle Obscure reading text for visual focus.
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Testing & QA

  • check_circle Mock secret/hidden content views for clients.
  • check_circle Simulate redact states without editing code.
  • check_circle Validate responsive layouts with mock blocks.

info Technical Requirements

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Browser Support

Works on Chrome and Chromium-based browsers. Supports Chrome, Edge, Brave, and Vivaldi.

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Zero Slowdowns

Ultra-lightweight DOM modification. No external libraries or background services required.

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No Configuration

Works instantly on any web page. Save and share sensitive views safely out of the box.

Start redacting content instantly.

Hide sensitive content instantly and stay focused anywhere online.

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