Experts have now u-turned and warn that the popular security trick of blurring your home on Google Maps might put you at a greater risk of a break-in.

Is your home too visible online? Many are choosing to blur their house on Google Maps for privacy, but does it help or hinder? Find out here.

Tech You can blur your home on Google Maps: Here’s how to do it and why experts say you should By Mary K. Jacob Published June 30, 2025, 1:02 p.m. ET ...