Why Remove EXIF and Geotags?

EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) data contains metadata about your images, including camera settings, date/time, and potentially sensitive GPS coordinates. Removing this data protects your privacy and reduces file size.

Common Use Cases

Social media sharing to prevent location tracking
Website optimization by reducing image file size
Protecting privacy when sharing property or family photos
Preparing images for public distribution or stock photography

Step-by-Step Instructions

Upload your image using the file picker or drag-and-drop
Choose which metadata to remove (all EXIF, GPS data, or preserve orientation)
Preview the clean image and see the removed metadata summary
Download the cleaned image for safe sharing

EXIF Metadata Reference

Field	Description	Privacy Risk
GPS Coordinates	Exact location where photo was taken	High
Camera Model	Device and lens information	Medium
Date/Time	When photo was taken	Medium
Orientation	How to display the image	Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Which browsers support this tool?

All modern browsers that support File API, Canvas, and Blob URLs (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge). The tool works entirely offline.

Is image quality affected?

No, only metadata is removed. The actual image pixels remain unchanged and no recompression occurs.

What image formats are supported?

JPEG, PNG, and WebP formats. EXIF data is primarily found in JPEG files from digital cameras.

Can EXIF data be recovered after removal?

No, the metadata is permanently removed and cannot be recovered through this tool.

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