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Image Metadata Remover

Remove EXIF and comments from a JPEG.

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What this image metadata remover does

Image Metadata Remover removes the EXIF and comment segments from a JPEG while preserving the image itself. It is useful when a photo needs to be published without camera details, software fingerprints or location data.

The tool reads the JPEG marker structure directly. It cannot clean PNG, WebP or HEIC metadata, and it cannot remove data that has been baked into the pixels, such as a visible timestamp.

Why use it

  • Publish images without revealing the capture device or software.
  • Remove GPS data before sharing a photo on social media.
  • Produce a smaller file by discarding unused metadata.

How to use it

  1. 1Select a JPEG.
  2. 2Choose whether to remove all metadata or only location data.
  3. 3Run the cleanup.
  4. 4Download the result and re-check it with the EXIF viewer if privacy matters.

Worked examples

Full cleanup

Input

A JPEG with camera, GPS and comment segments

Output

A JPEG with those segments removed and the image data intact.

Location-only cleanup

Input

A JPEG with camera details and GPS

Output

GPS is removed where the JPEG structure allows selective removal; otherwise use the full cleanup.

JPEG metadata is stored in blocks, so full removal is the most reliable option.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a social network strips metadata for you; many preserve it or re-add their own.
  • Trying to clean a PNG and thinking the tool failed.
  • Forgetting that visible text in the image is not metadata and remains.

Frequently asked questions

Does this work on PNG or WebP?
No. The tool targets JPEG marker segments. PNG text chunks and WebP metadata need a different implementation.
Does it remove the colour profile?
The implementation removes EXIF and comment segments. If colour accuracy matters, check the result in a colour-managed viewer.
Can I verify the cleanup?
Yes. The tool reports whether an EXIF marker remains, and you can also open the result in the EXIF viewer.
Is any data uploaded?
No. The file is processed in the browser.

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