Remove EXIF Metadata
Remove common EXIF, GPS and device metadata by re-encoding JPG, PNG or WebP images locally before you share or publish them.
What this tool solves
Re-encode JPG, PNG or WebP to remove common EXIF, GPS and device metadata, then download a cleaned copy.
Input: a photo or image that may contain embedded metadata.
Output: a re-encoded copy with common EXIF/GPS metadata removed.
How to use it
- Add the photo and keep the original in a safe location.
- Process the image to create a new copy rather than modifying the only original.
- Check the cleaned file and, for sensitive sharing, inspect metadata again with a separate viewer before publishing.
Common use cases
- Remove GPS coordinates before public photo sharing
- Strip camera/device details from images sent to clients
- Create a cleaner copy of an image for websites or documents
Privacy, accuracy and limits
Re-encoding removes common embedded metadata, but it cannot remove identifying information visible in the pixels themselves. Some formats may contain metadata types not exposed by the browser.
WebToolMint keeps this workflow local in the browser where the feature allows it. Network-dependent tools are labelled separately. Keep originals and independently verify results that affect legal, financial, medical or business decisions.
Frequently asked questions
Does removing EXIF delete GPS location?
Re-encoding is intended to discard common EXIF and GPS fields, but verify highly sensitive images with an independent metadata viewer.
Will the picture look different?
A new encoded image can differ slightly, especially with JPEG. Keep the original if maximum fidelity matters.
Does this blur faces or addresses?
No. Metadata cleanup does not edit visible content; crop, blur or pixelate visible private information separately.