What is a redacted card image?
A redacted card image is a photo or screenshot where card details have been hidden before sharing. The visible image may still show the card shape, bank design, or transaction context, but private details are covered.
Details to redact on card images
- Full card number
- CVV or security code
- Expiration date
- Name on card
- Billing address or account details nearby
- QR codes, barcodes, or transaction IDs
How to redact a card image
- Open the image in Redacted.
- Put a black box over the card number, CVV, name, and expiration date.
- Check the surrounding screenshot for order IDs, addresses, or balances.
- Download the redacted copy.
Use black boxes for card details
Do not use a light blur for card information. Card details are short, structured, and high-risk. A solid black box is the right mask for this use case.
FAQ
Is it safe to post a redacted card image?
Only if all sensitive details are fully covered and the original file metadata is not shared.
Should I cover the last four digits?
If you do not need to show them, cover them too. The last four digits can still be identifying in some contexts.
Can I use emoji over card details?
Use a black box for card details. Emoji is better for casual faces or social screenshots.