Upload photos to see what hidden data they contain — GPS coordinates, camera model, timestamps — then download a clean version with all metadata removed.
Output formatQuality92%
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Drop photos here to scrub metadata
JPEG · PNG · WebP · TIFF · Multiple files OK
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Metadata scrubber questions
What is EXIF metadata?
EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) metadata is automatically embedded in photos by cameras and smartphones. It can include your precise GPS location, the device model and serial number, the exact date and time the photo was taken, lens information, and camera settings. This data is invisible in the image itself but can be read by anyone who downloads the file.
Why should I remove metadata before sharing?
GPS coordinates can reveal your home address, workplace, school, or travel patterns. Device serial numbers can link multiple photos to the same device. Timestamps confirm where you were at specific times. Removing metadata before posting on social media, selling photos online, or sharing publicly is a simple and important privacy step that takes seconds.
How does the scrubber work without uploading images?
The scrubber reads your image file and parses the EXIF data for display using JavaScript's FileReader and DataView APIs. It then redraws the image onto an HTML5 Canvas element. The Canvas API only captures the visual pixel data — no metadata. The redrawn image is then offered as a download. No data is ever sent to a server.
Will the image look the same after scrubbing?
Yes. The pixel content of the image is preserved exactly. With JPEG output at 92% quality (default), the result is visually identical to the original. Choose PNG for perfectly lossless output if you want an exact pixel-for-pixel copy with no compression artefacts.