blurshield - Privacy Screen Recorder

Auto-blur sensitive data during screen shares & recordings

BlurShield is the essential privacy extension for content creators, screen recorders, live streamers, and professionals who share their screens. Automatically detect and blur sensitive data with AI-powered technology—no editing, no stress, no accidental exposure. Perfect for YouTube tutorials, Twitch streams, client presentations, and course recordings. Market Reality: The screen recording software market reached $2 billion in 2025 and is growing at 15% annually. Yet 93.9% of remote workers have accidentally exposed sensitive information during screen shares, and 76% of 2024 data breaches involved remote work vulnerabilities. BlurShield solves this critical privacy problem. ⚡ WHY BLURSHIELD? Zero Data Collection - 100% Local Processing Your privacy is absolute. All blur detection and processing happens entirely on your device. We never collect, store, or transmit any of your data to our servers. No cloud uploads, no tracking, no analytics. Your screen recordings and sensitive information stay completely private. AI-Powered Smart Detection (PRO) Unlike competitors requiring manual setup, BlurShield automatically identifies sensitive information including credit cards, Social Security numbers, email addresses, API keys, passwords, phone numbers, and account numbers. AI learns context to distinguish real sensitive data from false positives. Content Creator & Screen Recorder Optimized Built specifically for YouTubers creating tutorials, Twitch streamers, course creators, software demo recorders, and professional screen recording workflows. Works seamlessly with OBS, Loom, Camtasia, and all major recording tools. Screen Share & Screen Record Modes Screen Share Mode (Fast): Optimized for live Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet calls with instant response Screen Record Mode (Secure): 2.5x stronger blur for maximum privacy in recordings and VODs One-Click Activation No complex configuration. Click the BlurShield icon when you start screen sharing or recording. Instantly protected. 🎯 PERFECT FOR 10 KEY USER GROUPS 1. 📹 Content Creators & YouTubers (69M+ globally) Pain Points You Face: Accidentally showing personal emails or messages in tutorial recordings Exposing subscriber analytics, revenue dashboards, or creator studio data Revealing API keys, OAuth tokens, or passwords in coding tutorials Personal notifications interrupting professional content Fear of doxxing or privacy violations from visible personal information Your Use Cases: ✓ Tutorial recordings for YouTube, Udemy, Skillshare ✓ Course creation and educational content ✓ Live stream preparation and VOD editing ✓ Gameplay recordings with browser overlay ✓ Product demo videos and how-to guides ✓ Behind-the-scenes content with sensitive business data Why You Need BlurShield: Create professional content without hours of post-production editing to remove sensitive information. Protect your personal life while building your brand. 2. 🎥 Screen Recording Professionals ($2B market) Pain Points You Face: Recording software demos containing customer test data Creating training videos with employee personal information Recording client presentations with confidential business data Documenting internal processes for external sharing GDPR and data protection compliance in recorded content Your Use Cases: ✓ Software tutorial and walkthrough creation ✓ Employee training and onboarding videos ✓ Sales demonstration recordings ✓ Bug report and technical issue documentation ✓ Process documentation and SOP videos ✓ Product onboarding and customer success content Why You Need BlurShield: Meet data protection regulations while creating valuable recorded content. Eliminate post-production blur editing that wastes hours per video. 3. 🎮 Twitch & Live Streamers (10M+ active) Pain Points You Face: Chat messages revealing personal information or addresses Donation messages showing real names and locations Email/Discord notifications appearing during streams Banking apps or payment info visible in browser tabs Accidentally showing subscriber-only content or analytics Your Use Cases: ✓ Live gaming streams on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook Gaming ✓ "Just Chatting" and IRL content streams ✓ Creative content streams (art, music, coding) ✓ Stream highlight and VOD clip preparation ✓ Multi-stream setup with overlays ✓ Subscriber and sponsor content creation Why You Need BlurShield: Stream with confidence knowing donations, personal messages, and sensitive browser tabs are automatically protected. No more panic-closing tabs mid-stream. 4. 💼 Remote Workers & Business Professionals Pain Points: Client confidential data visible in browser tabs during presentations Personal emails and Slack messages popping up in meetings Financial dashboards or sensitive metrics accidentally shown Multiple client projects visible when sharing screen Compliance concerns in regulated industries Use Cases: ✓ Client presentations and stakeholder demos ✓ Team meetings and collaborative work sessions ✓ Webinar hosting and virtual conferences ✓ Investor pitch presentations ✓ Training sessions and knowledge sharing ✓ Sales demos and product showcases 5. 🎓 Online Educators & Course Creators Pain Points: Student names, emails, or grades accidentally visible Personal calendar showing private appointments Other students' work or assessments exposed Private student communications in email previews Copyright-sensitive materials requiring protection Use Cases: ✓ Lecture recordings for online courses ✓ Course material and tutorial creation ✓ Student feedback and assignment walkthrough videos ✓ Virtual office hours recordings ✓ Academic tutorials and explanations ✓ Webinar and workshop hosting 6. 👨‍💻 Software Developers & Tech Workers Pain Points: API keys and authentication tokens visible in code Database credentials and connection strings shown Client proprietary code and repositories exposed Internal tools and admin dashboards accidentally shared Environment variables and secrets in configuration files Proprietary algorithms or business logic revealed Use Cases: ✓ Coding tutorials and programming courses ✓ Pair programming and code review sessions ✓ Technical presentations and conference talks ✓ Bug demonstration and troubleshooting videos ✓ Development process documentation ✓ Open source contribution walkthroughs 7. 💰 Freelancers & Consultants (59M in US alone) Pain Points: Multiple clients' information visible in single session Pricing spreadsheets and billing data accidentally shown Other clients' projects appearing in browser tabs Personal financial information (bank accounts, invoices) Calendar revealing other clients' names and meetings Use Cases: ✓ Client onboarding and project kickoff presentations ✓ Work-in-progress walkthroughs and status updates ✓ Deliverable presentations and final reviews ✓ Process explanations and methodology demos ✓ Portfolio demonstrations to prospects ✓ Scope discussions and proposal presentations 8. 🏥 Healthcare Professionals (HIPAA-regulated) Pain Points: Patient names, DOBs, or medical record numbers visible PHI (Protected Health Information) in email previews Appointment schedules with patient identifiers Medical charts or imaging in background tabs HIPAA compliance violations during training Use Cases: ✓ Telehealth session recordings (with consent) ✓ Medical training and education videos ✓ EHR software demonstrations ✓ Patient education content creation ✓ Peer consultation and case presentations ✓ Medical conference presentations 9. 💵 Financial Advisors & Accountants Pain Points: Client financial statements and account balances Social Security numbers and tax identification Investment portfolios and transaction histories Bank account and routing numbers Tax returns and sensitive financial documents Use Cases: ✓ Client financial planning presentations ✓ Tax preparation walkthroughs ✓ Investment review and portfolio discussions ✓ Financial software demonstrations ✓ Compliance training recordings ✓ Client education content 10. ⚖️ Legal Professionals Pain Points: Client names and case-specific details Confidential legal documents and briefs Settlement amounts and negotiation terms Attorney-client privileged communications Case strategy and legal research Use Cases: ✓ Client consultations and case reviews ✓ Legal research demonstrations ✓ Training videos for staff ✓ Expert witness preparation ✓ Courtroom presentation prep ✓ CLE course creation 🚀 CORE FEATURES 🤖 AI-Powered Sensitive Data Detection (PRO) Automatically identifies and highlights: Credit card numbers (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover) Social Security numbers and national IDs Email addresses in forms and documents Phone numbers and contact information Banking information and account numbers API keys, tokens, and credentials Passwords and login credentials IP addresses and network information ⚡ One-Click Blur Activation Single-click privacy protection activation Automatic detection when screen sharing starts (PRO) Works instantly after installation - no configuration required Browser action icon shows blur status in real-time 🎨 Customizable Blur Zones (PRO) Click any element to blur it instantly Draw custom blur areas anywhere on screen Adjust blur intensity (light, medium, heavy, solid mask) Set persistent blurs across page reloads Site-wide or page-specific blur rules CSS selector-based blur targeting 🖥️ Privacy Mode Options (PRO) Screen Share Mode (Fast): Optimized for live video calls and presentations Fast page loading with instant response Balanced privacy and usability Best for Zoom, Teams, Google Meet Screen Record Mode (Secure): 2.5x stronger blur for maximum privacy Enhanced blur prevents content flash (~50ms) Perfect for tutorial and course recordings Ideal for OBS, Loom, Camtasia workflows 📱 Universal Platform Compatibility Works flawlessly with all screen sharing and recording platforms: Video Conferencing: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Webex, GoToMeeting, Slack Huddles, Discord Screen Recording: OBS Studio, Loom, Camtasia, ScreenFlow, Snagit, Bandicam Live Streaming: Twitch, YouTube Live, Facebook Gaming, StreamYard Course Platforms: Udemy, Teachable, Thinkific, Kajabi, Podia 🎯 Quick Patterns - Instant Common Blur Presets One-click activation for common sensitive data: ✓ Credit Card numbers ✓ Email addresses ✓ Phone numbers ✓ SSN / National IDs ✓ IP Addresses ✓ Passwords (form fields) ✓ API Keys 📧 Fullscreen Blur URLs (PRO) Completely hide entire screen when specific URLs accessed: Banking websites (Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo) Email services (Gmail, Outlook, ProtonMail) Messaging apps (WhatsApp Web, Telegram, Discord) Financial tools (Stripe, PayPal dashboard, QuickBooks) Custom URL patterns for your sensitive sites 🔍 Manual Blur Zones (PRO) Right-click any element → "BlurShield: Always Blur This" Blur zones persist across page reloads Add custom CSS selectors for precise targeting Examples: .email-field, #password, [data-sensitive] 📝 Text Pattern Fullscreen Blur (PRO) Trigger fullscreen blur when specific text appears: Confidential keywords: "confidential", "internal only", "do not share" Salary information: "salary", "compensation", "$report" Compliance terms: "privileged", "attorney-client" Regex pattern support for advanced matching ⏰ Blur Schedule (PRO) Set specific times for automatic fullscreen blur: Work hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM Meeting times: Automatically blur during calendar events Perfect for scheduled client calls and presentations Time-zone aware scheduling ⚙️ Advanced Settings Adjustable blur strength (1px - 20px) Custom blur color tint Highlight mode (red background instead of blur) Active indicator badge on icon Confidence threshold for AI detection (40%-100%) Keyboard shortcuts for quick toggle Whitelisted sites (extension won't run) Export/Import settings for team deployment PRIVACY & SECURITY 100% Local Processing - Zero Data Collection All blur detection happens on your device No cloud uploads or external servers No user tracking or analytics No data transmission to BlurShield servers Your screen content never leaves your computer Open Source Security Core blur logic available for security audit Community-reviewed for vulnerabilities Regular security updates and patches Transparent privacy practices Minimal Permissions Active tab access (required for blur functionality) Storage (for saving your blur preferences) Optional: Screen capture detection for auto-activation Privacy-First Design No account creation required No email collection No payment processing (one-time Gumroad purchase) No cookies or tracking pixels 💡 USE CASE EXAMPLES YouTube Tutorial Creator: "I create coding tutorials and used to spend 2+ hours editing out API keys and database credentials from each video. BlurShield detects them automatically during recording. Now I just export and upload. Saves me 10+ hours per week!" Twitch Streamer: "Donation messages sometimes show addresses. Email notifications pop up. Discord DMs appear. BlurShield catches everything automatically. I stream with zero anxiety now." Freelance Designer: "I present to 3-4 clients per week. BlurShield ensures Client A never sees Client B's project in my browser tabs. The fullscreen URL blur for Gmail is brilliant." Medical Training Coordinator: "HIPAA compliance is non-negotiable. BlurShield lets us create training videos using real EHR software without exposing patient data. The AI detection catches PHI we might miss." Financial Advisor: "Client presentations used to terrify me—one wrong tab click exposes another client's portfolio. BlurShield's automatic blur for account numbers gives me confidence." PRO TIPS FOR MAXIMUM PRIVACY Set Up Before Recording: Configure common blur zones before important tutorials or streams Use Screen Record Mode: Always enable for recorded content to prevent brief flashes Add Fullscreen URLs: Blur your email client, banking sites, and messaging apps completely Test Your Setup: Do a test screen recording to verify all sensitive areas are protected Enable Quick Patterns: One-click blur for credit cards, emails, SSNs during setup Close Sensitive Tabs: Still best practice - BlurShield is your safety net, not replacement for good habits Use Scheduled Blur: Set work hours for automatic protection during client meetings screen sharing privacy | blur sensitive data | privacy protection | screen share blur | hide sensitive information | privacy extension | screen recording privacy | blur extension | content creator privacy | YouTube tutorial privacy | Twitch stream privacy | Zoom privacy | Teams privacy | Google Meet privacy | OBS privacy | Loom privacy | Camtasia privacy | tutorial recording | course creation | live stream protection | webinar privacy | demo recording | client presentation | secure screen sharing | data protection extension | HIPAA compliant screen share | GDPR screen recording | remote work privacy | video call privacy | presentation security | sensitive data blur | automatic blur | AI blur detection | privacy tool | screen masking | data security | blur tool | screen share security | developer privacy | freelancer privacy | healthcare privacy | financial advisor privacy | legal privacy | educator privacy | online teaching privacy | API key protection | password protection | confidential information | proprietary data protection | zero data collection | local processing | privacy first | no tracking extension