Image Metadata Viewer
View and strip EXIF metadata from your images.
Drop your image here
or click to browse · max 50 MB
Settings
wasm-vips (~5MB) will be downloaded on first use and cached by your browser.
Image Metadata Viewer & Stripper
View image metadata (EXIF data) and strip it for privacy. Images from cameras and phones contain location, device, and settings information. Strip metadata before sharing to protect your privacy.
What is it used for?
- Viewing EXIF data (camera settings, GPS location, date)
- Removing GPS location data before sharing photos online
- Stripping personal metadata for privacy
- Reducing file size by removing embedded data
Step-by-Step Guide
- Upload your image
- Click 'Read Metadata' to view EXIF information
- Review the metadata table
- Click 'Strip Metadata & Download' to create a clean copy
- Download the metadata-free image
How it works
Upload an image to view its metadata. Click 'Strip Metadata & Download' to remove all EXIF data and download a clean copy.
Tips & Best Practices
- Always strip metadata before sharing photos on public forums
- GPS data in photos can reveal your exact location
- Some social media platforms strip metadata automatically, but not all
Frequently Asked Questions
What metadata is removed?
All EXIF data is stripped: GPS location, camera model, lens info, date/time, software, and any other embedded metadata.
Does stripping metadata reduce file size?
Slightly. EXIF data is typically 10-100KB. The savings are minimal for large photos but noticeable for thumbnails.
What metadata do photos contain?
Photos typically contain EXIF data: camera model, date/time, GPS location, aperture, shutter speed, ISO, lens info, and sometimes your name. Screenshots usually have minimal metadata.
Why should I strip metadata before sharing?
EXIF data can reveal your location (GPS coordinates), the exact time a photo was taken, and your camera/phone model. Stripping metadata protects your privacy.
Does stripping metadata reduce file size?
Usually by 1-10KB, sometimes more if the image has extensive EXIF or embedded thumbnails. The visual quality remains identical.
Privacy & Security
This tool uses wasm-vips (libvips compiled to WebAssembly). The WASM binary (~5MB) is downloaded on first use and cached by your browser. All image processing happens locally on your device - your images are never uploaded to any server. This makes it safe for sensitive, private, or confidential images.