Strip image metadata / EXIF
Re-encode to remove most EXIF/metadata for privacy.
Files
About this tool
Remove hidden EXIF metadata such as GPS location, camera model and timestamps from a photo before you share it. A simple privacy safeguard.
Why use it
- Strips location data that can reveal where a photo was taken.
- Reduces file size by dropping embedded thumbnails and tags.
- Cleaning happens on your device — the image is never sent away.
Common use cases
- Post a photo online without leaking your home coordinates.
- Share a picture without exposing the camera or phone you used.
- Clean images before sending them to a client.
Tips
- Many social networks strip EXIF, but not all — clean it yourself to be sure.
- Keep an original copy if you need the metadata later.
How to use
- Pick a file.
- Choose PNG or JPEG.
- Download cleaned file.
FAQ
- What metadata is removed?
- EXIF data such as GPS location, camera model, and the date a photo was taken.
- Why remove metadata before sharing?
- It can reveal where and when a photo was taken, which is a privacy risk on public posts.
- Are images uploaded to be cleaned?
- No. The metadata is stripped in your browser, so nothing is sent anywhere.
- Does stripping metadata change how the image looks?
- No, only the hidden information is removed; the pixels stay the same.
- Which formats are supported?
- Common photo formats like JPG and PNG that can carry EXIF data.
- Can I confirm the data is gone?
- The cleaned copy is re-encoded without the original metadata block, so EXIF viewers show nothing.