Are PixelTools free to use?

Yes, all 18 image tools on PixelTools are completely free with no limits, no account required, and no hidden fees.

Do my images get uploaded to a server?

Never. All processing happens locally in your browser using the Canvas API. Your files never leave your device.

What image formats are supported?

Most tools accept JPG, PNG, WEBP, and GIF. Output formats depend on the specific tool.

Is there a maximum file size?

No hard limit. Very large files (20MB+) may take a few seconds on older devices but will process correctly.

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EXIF Metadata Remover

Strip GPS location, device info, and all metadata from images. Protect your privacy before sharing photos online.

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Remove Image Metadata Online — Free EXIF Remover

Every photo taken with a modern smartphone or digital camera contains hidden metadata called EXIF data (Exchangeable Image File Format). This invisible layer of information is embedded directly into the image file and travels with it whenever you share, upload, or send the photo. Without removing this data, you may be unknowingly revealing sensitive personal information to anyone who receives your images.

Our free EXIF remover works by re-encoding your image through the browser's Canvas API. This process creates a brand new image file from the raw pixel data alone, discarding all metadata in the process. The result is a clean JPEG that is visually identical to the original but contains absolutely no hidden information.

What EXIF Data Does Your Photo Contain?

EXIF Field	What It Reveals	Privacy Risk
GPS Coordinates	Exact latitude/longitude where photo was taken	High
GPS Altitude	Floor level in a building, elevation	High
Date & Time	Exact timestamp of when photo was taken	Medium
Camera Make/Model	iPhone 15, Samsung Galaxy, etc.	Low
Lens Info	Focal length, aperture, exposure	Low
Software	Editing software used (Lightroom, etc.)	Low
Author/Copyright	Photographer name if set	Medium
Serial Number	Camera serial number (device fingerprint)	Medium

Who Should Remove EXIF Data?

Journalists & Activists: Sharing photos with GPS data can reveal the location of sources, safe houses, or protest locations. Removing EXIF data is a basic operational security practice.
Real Estate Photographers: Property photos contain GPS coordinates that reveal the exact address. While this may be intentional for listings, it can be a privacy concern for private sales.
Ecommerce Sellers: Product photos taken at home reveal your home address via GPS. Remove EXIF data before uploading to marketplaces like eBay, Etsy, or Facebook Marketplace.
Privacy-Conscious Individuals: Anyone who values location privacy should remove EXIF data before sharing photos on social media, forums, or messaging apps.

After Removing EXIF — Complete Your Workflow

Use our image compressor to reduce file size after stripping metadata.
Add a watermark to protect copyright before sharing.
Check image quality with our image quality checker.
Read our guide: Remove Image Metadata Online.

How to Use EXIF Metadata Remover

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Upload your image.
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The tool re-encodes it via Canvas, stripping all EXIF metadata.
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Download the clean image — no GPS, no device info, no timestamps.

Frequently Asked Questions

What metadata does this remove?

Re-encoding via Canvas strips all EXIF data including GPS coordinates, camera model, lens info, timestamps, and software tags.

Why should I remove EXIF data?

Photos taken on smartphones embed GPS coordinates that reveal exactly where the photo was taken. Sharing these online can expose your home address or daily routine.

Does removing EXIF affect image quality?

No. We re-encode at 95% JPEG quality, which is visually lossless. The image looks identical but contains no metadata.

Is my image uploaded to check metadata?

Never. Everything runs in your browser. Your image never leaves your device.

Can I verify the metadata was removed?

Yes — after downloading, right-click the image and check Properties > Details (Windows) or Get Info (Mac). All EXIF fields should be empty.