Image Metadata Editor
See exactly what's embedded in your image — GPS coordinates, camera make and model, timestamps, author info — and remove only the groups you don't want. Nothing leaves your browser.
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What is image metadata?
Every time you take a photo, your device embeds hidden data into the file — the GPS location where the photo was taken, the camera make and model, lens settings, timestamps, and sometimes your name or copyright notice. This data is called EXIF metadata.
Most image viewers and editors display only the visible pixels. The metadata layer is invisible unless you use a dedicated viewer — or this tool. Understanding what metadata is in your images helps you make informed decisions about what you share publicly.
What each metadata group contains
- GPS & Location: Latitude, longitude, altitude, direction, and speed at the time of capture. This is the most sensitive metadata group — it can pinpoint exactly where a photo was taken.
- Camera & Device: Make and model of the camera or phone, lens model, serial number, and unique device identifiers. This data can identify which device was used to take the photo.
- Capture Settings: Shutter speed, aperture (f-number), ISO sensitivity, focal length, flash mode, and white balance. Useful for photographers reviewing technical settings.
- Timestamps: Date and time the photo was taken, date it was edited, and the time zone. Can reveal your schedule and whereabouts over time.
- Author & Copyright: Photographer name, artist, author, copyright notice, and usage rights. Important for intellectual property but potentially a privacy concern when sharing anonymously.
- Software: The editing software used to process the image — Lightroom, Photoshop, iPhone Camera, etc.
Why selective removal matters
Many metadata strippers remove everything — which is appropriate when privacy is the only concern. But photographers, agencies, and stock photo contributors often need to retain some metadata while removing others:
- Portfolio images: Keep camera settings and copyright notice, remove GPS location.
- Stock photo submissions: Keep author name and copyright, remove device identifiers and location.
- Client deliverables: Keep capture timestamp for reference, remove personal camera serial numbers.
- Archival images: Preserve all metadata for historical reference; no removal needed.
Frequently asked questions
What is EXIF metadata and what does it contain?
EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) is a standard for storing metadata in image files. It typically includes GPS coordinates, camera make and model, lens information, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, focal length, flash mode, capture date and time, author name, and copyright notice.
Can I remove only specific metadata fields?
Yes. Unlike a simple metadata stripper, the editor lets you selectively remove metadata groups — for example, keep camera settings for your portfolio but remove GPS location before sharing publicly.
Does editing metadata change the image quality?
No. Metadata is stored separately from the pixel data. Removing or editing metadata fields has no effect on the visual content or quality of the image.
Which image formats support EXIF metadata?
JPEG is the primary format that carries EXIF data. PNG has its own metadata format (tEXt chunks and iTXt chunks). WebP supports EXIF embedded in its container. This tool reads and handles all three formats.
Is my image uploaded to a server?
No. All metadata reading and modification happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your image never leaves your device.