IMAGE TOOLS
Remove Metadata
Strip EXIF and GPS data from photos before sharing.
Removes EXIF (camera, date, GPS location), XMP, IPTC and comments. The picture itself is not re-compressed for JPG and PNG.
Writes standard EXIF fields into a JPG. Other existing metadata is replaced.
Your files are processed on your device and are never uploaded.
Remove EXIF metadata from photos before you share them. Photos from phones and cameras secretly store details like your GPS location, the date and time, and your device model. Posting such a photo online can reveal where you live or work – this tool strips all of it in one click.
How to Remove Metadata from a Photo
- Choose your photo.
- Remove mode is already selected.
- Click Remove all metadata: EXIF (camera, date, GPS), XMP, IPTC and comments are deleted.
- Download the clean photo.
Good to Know
- The picture itself is not re-compressed for JPG and PNG, so quality stays exactly the same.
- Some social networks remove metadata automatically, but email, cloud links, marketplaces and messaging apps often do not.
- Want to see what is stored first? Use View Metadata.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I remove EXIF data from a photo?
Choose your photo and click Remove all metadata. EXIF, GPS, XMP, IPTC and comments are all removed.
Does removing metadata lower the photo quality?
No. For JPG and PNG the picture is not re-compressed, so it looks exactly the same.
Do social media sites remove location data?
Many large networks do, but email, cloud sharing links, messaging apps and marketplaces often keep it. Removing it yourself is the safe choice.
Is Remove Metadata free to use?
Yes. Remove Metadata is completely free, with no sign-up, no watermark and no limit on how many times you use it.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Your files are processed directly in your web browser on your own device. Nothing is uploaded or stored, and the file is gone from memory when you close the tab.