Free Photo Metadata Editor & EXIF Stripper
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Supported: JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF
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What Metadata Editor does
Allows you to view, strip, or edit hidden EXIF metadata (like GPS location, camera model, date taken) embedded inside JPEG images.
When to use Metadata Editor
When you want to remove privacy-sensitive location data from a photo before posting it online.
How to use Metadata Editor
Upload a JPEG photo
Select 'Strip Metadata'
Download the cleansed photo
Good to know about Metadata Editor
- Your files are processed securely and never stored permanently
- Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours
- Secure server-side processing for complex tasks
About Metadata Editor
Strip or edit hidden EXIF metadata in photos.
Protect Your Privacy by Stripping EXIF Data
Permanently remove hidden metadata like GPS coordinates, camera models, and creation dates from your photos before sharing them online.
What is Photo Metadata?
Every time you take a photo with your smartphone or digital camera, the device embeds hidden "EXIF" (Exchangeable Image File Format) data directly into the image file. This data often includes exact GPS coordinates of where you were, the exact date and time, the type of phone you use, and camera settings.
Why Should You Remove It?
If you upload a photo directly to certain forums, personal blogs, or send it directly via email or messaging apps, that sensitive location and device data travels with it. Anyone can extract that data to find out exactly where you live or where a picture was taken. Our tool acts as a digital shredder for that hidden information, ensuring the visual image stays perfectly intact while the hidden data is scrubbed clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does stripping metadata reduce image quality?
No! Stripping metadata only removes the hidden text data embedded in the file. The visual pixels and quality of your photo remain 100% untouched and identical to the original.
Can I just view my metadata without deleting it?
Yes. By selecting the "View Metadata Only" action in the settings panel, our tool will scan the image and present the hidden EXIF data to you without altering the file.
Do social media sites strip EXIF data?
Major platforms like Instagram and Twitter usually strip EXIF data during upload. However, many smaller sites, forums, and direct messaging apps do not, leaving your location data exposed.
Is this tool secure to use?
Absolutely. Your files are encrypted during upload, processed securely on our servers, and then immediately and permanently deleted.