How to Remove Metadata (EXIF & GPS) From Photos
Photos quietly store metadata — camera details, timestamps and often your GPS location. Before posting or sending an image, here's how to strip all of it for free.
Last updated: July 2026
Strip hidden EXIF data and GPS location from a photo before sharing it — free, in your browser. Protect your privacy.
Remove EXIF and all hidden metadata (including GPS location) from an image for privacy. Free, in-browser, no upload — download a clean copy.
Step by step
- Open the free Image Metadata Remover.
- Choose your photo — it shows what metadata is present.
- Pick an output format (PNG or JPG).
- Download the clean, metadata-free copy.
Why does metadata matter?
A photo's EXIF can reveal exactly where and when it was taken. Sharing it can unintentionally expose your home or location. Removing metadata protects your privacy.
See what's hidden first
Use the Image Metadata Viewer to inspect a photo's EXIF and GPS before you strip it, so you know what you're removing.
FAQ
What gets removed?
All EXIF/metadata — camera info, timestamps, GPS and embedded thumbnails — by re-encoding the image fresh.
Is my photo uploaded?
No — stripping happens locally in your browser.
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