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It’s all a blur — if you want it to be.

Google Maps is a handy way to view a specific address — but if you’d rather keep your house private, you can request it to be blurred out. CNET explains how: in Street View, click on the tiny “Report a problem” link in the lower right, and follow directions. But make sure this is what you want — apparently, there’s no unblurring.

Google Maps Street view of building with red outline and selection below on what to blur.
Choose the address you don’t want others to see.
Screenshot: Google Maps
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