EXIF Metadata Remover
Upload any photo to strip GPS coordinates, camera model, serial number, and all other hidden metadata before sharing online. Privacy-first, instant, free.
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Why You Should Remove EXIF Data Before Sharing Photos
Every photo taken with a modern smartphone or digital camera contains hidden EXIF metadata — a rich set of technical and personal information embedded invisibly in the image file. Most people have no idea it's there.
The most dangerous field is GPS location. When GPS is enabled on your phone, every photo includes your exact coordinates — accurate to within a few meters. Post that photo to a marketplace, forum, or social media, and anyone who downloads it can determine precisely where it was taken.
Our EXIF Cleaner processes your image in memory, strips all metadata using the industry-standard Sharp library, and returns a clean copy — without storing anything on our servers.
FAQ: EXIF Metadata Remover
How do I remove EXIF data from a photo?+
Upload your photo to PixelPrivate's EXIF Cleaner. We process it server-side using the Sharp library to strip all metadata including GPS coordinates, device information, and timestamps. You receive a clean download within seconds. No account required; fair-use limits apply.
What metadata does PixelPrivate remove from photos?+
PixelPrivate removes GPS coordinates (latitude, longitude, altitude), camera make and model, device serial number, software version, date and time taken, date and time modified, artist/author name, copyright information, exposure settings (ISO, aperture, shutter speed), focal length, flash mode, and all other EXIF, IPTC, and XMP metadata tags.
Does PixelPrivate store my photos?+
Never. Your images are processed entirely in server memory and the cleaned file is returned immediately. We never write your images to disk or store them in a database. The connection is encrypted with HTTPS, and your files are processed and discarded in a single server request.
Which image formats are supported?+
PixelPrivate supports JPEG, JPG, PNG, TIFF, WebP, and HEIC/HEIF formats. iPhone photos (HEIC) are fully supported. The maximum file size is 20MB per image.
Why is removing EXIF data important?+
GPS metadata in your photos can reveal your exact home address, workplace, or daily routine to anyone who views the file. This is a real safety risk for journalists, domestic abuse survivors, public figures, and anyone who values their privacy. Camera model and serial number data can link photos across different platforms even if you use a pseudonym.