What information is stored in image EXIF data?

EXIF data can include GPS coordinates (exact location where the photo was taken), device make and model, date and time, camera settings (aperture, ISO, shutter speed), software used to edit the image, and sometimes the owner's name.

Does social media remove EXIF data automatically?

Most platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) strip EXIF data when you upload, but it is good practice to remove it before uploading rather than relying on each platform. Some platforms and email attachments do not strip EXIF.

Does removing EXIF data change the image visually?

No. EXIF data is metadata stored alongside the image data. Removing it does not change any pixel in the image — only the metadata is deleted.

Remove & View Image Metadata Online

Every photo taken with a smartphone or camera embeds metadata in the image file — GPS coordinates, device model, date and time, camera settings, and sometimes even the owner's name. This EXIF data is invisible to most viewers but readable by anyone who opens the file properties, which can unintentionally expose your location, device, and personal information when you share photos online. devtoolkit.sh's image metadata workflow lets you view all EXIF data in an image with the Metadata Viewer, strip it completely with the EXIF Stripper before sharing, and compress the cleaned image with the Image Compressor to minimise file size. Everything runs in your browser — no image data is sent to any server.

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FAQ

What information is stored in image EXIF data?: EXIF data can include GPS coordinates (exact location where the photo was taken), device make and model, date and time, camera settings (aperture, ISO, shutter speed), software used to edit the image, and sometimes the owner's name.
Does social media remove EXIF data automatically?: Most platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) strip EXIF data when you upload, but it is good practice to remove it before uploading rather than relying on each platform. Some platforms and email attachments do not strip EXIF.
Does removing EXIF data change the image visually?: No. EXIF data is metadata stored alongside the image data. Removing it does not change any pixel in the image — only the metadata is deleted.