View hidden metadata in your photos — camera model, GPS location, date, aperture, shutter speed and more. Strip all EXIF data before sharing for complete privacy. Free, no uploads.
✏️ Upload Your Image
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Drop JPEG image here or click to browse
JPEG / JPG only — EXIF data is most common in JPEGs from cameras & phones
📊 Metadata Found
⚠️ Privacy Warning: If your image contains GPS coordinates, anyone you share it with
can see exactly where the photo was taken. Remove EXIF data before sharing images publicly.
✅ EXIF Removed
🔒 The downloaded image contains zero metadata — safe to share
⚙️ How It Works
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Upload a JPEG photo
Drop your photo. The tool reads it using exif-js library to extract all embedded metadata before you see the image.
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Review the metadata
All found EXIF tags display clearly — GPS coordinates are flagged in red as a privacy warning since they reveal exactly where the photo was taken.
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Strip and download clean copy
Click 'Remove All EXIF & Download'. Re-drawing to canvas automatically strips all metadata — the downloaded file contains zero EXIF data.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is EXIF data and why does it matter for privacy?
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EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) is metadata stored inside photo files by cameras and smartphones. It includes: GPS coordinates (exact location where photo was taken), camera model and serial number, date and time, lens settings, and sometimes the device owner's name. Sharing photos publicly without removing EXIF can reveal your home address, daily routine, and device information.
Does removing EXIF data affect image quality?
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No — EXIF data is stored separately from the image pixels. Removing it only deletes the metadata, not any visual information. The image looks identical before and after EXIF removal.
How do I remove GPS location from photos before sharing?
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Upload your photo here, review the GPS coordinates shown in the EXIF viewer (look for red GPS fields), then click 'Remove All EXIF & Download'. The downloaded file contains no location data.
Which photo formats contain EXIF data?
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EXIF is most common in JPEG and TIFF files, particularly photos taken on smartphones and digital cameras. PNG files sometimes contain metadata but use a different system. WebP and SVG generally do not contain EXIF. This tool works with JPEG files where EXIF is most prevalent.
Does WhatsApp or Instagram remove EXIF data automatically?
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Most social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp) strip EXIF when you upload photos. However, when sharing photos directly via email, file transfer, or messaging apps that preserve original files, EXIF data travels with the image. Always remove EXIF before sharing original files.