Protect Your Privacy by Removing EXIF Metadata from Images
EXIF metadata is hidden information embedded in image files, including device details and location data. Removing this metadata helps reduce unintended privacy exposure when sharing photos.
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What is EXIF Data
EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) metadata is embedded in digital photographs. It records camera settings, GPS coordinates, device model, and timestamps.
GPS data includes latitude, longitude, and altitude. Device information includes manufacturer, model, and serial numbers. Timestamp data records the exact date and time the photo was taken.
This metadata is invisible to viewers but can be extracted using EXIF readers. Social media platforms may strip some EXIF data automatically, but not all fields are removed.
Why Remove EXIF Data
EXIF metadata can expose privacy risks when photos are shared. GPS coordinates reveal exact locations including home addresses and workplaces. Device identifiers enable tracking across platforms.
Timestamp data combined with location creates detailed activity logs. Third parties can extract this information from shared photos. ExifStrip removes these metadata fields to limit privacy exposure without affecting image quality.
What Gets Removed
High-risk fields include GPS coordinates (latitude, longitude, altitude), device serial numbers, and precise timestamps.
Medium-risk fields include camera model, firmware version, and software used for editing. Low-risk fields include exposure settings, focal length, and ISO values.
Processing removes EXIF, IPTC, and XMP metadata. JPEG files are supported. The operation is permanent and cannot be undone.
How EXIF Removal Works
ExifStrip processes images locally in your browser. The tool parses file structures, identifies metadata segments, and removes them. No data is uploaded to external servers.
Supported formats include JPEG and PNG. Processing typically completes in seconds without affecting image quality.
Common Questions
Find answers to common questions about our EXIF privacy tool
EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) metadata is information embedded in digital photos by cameras and smartphones. It includes details like GPS location, camera settings, device model, timestamps, and more. While some metadata is harmless, certain fields can reveal sensitive information about where and when photos were taken.
Privacy information in photos may include your exact location, device model, and shooting time. This information can be seen by others and expose your privacy. Cleaning this information protects your safety.
Yes, absolutely. All processing happens entirely in your browser - your photos never leave your device. We don't store, log, or transmit any of your data. The tool is open source, so you can verify our code if you wish.