Free Image Metadata Extractor
Extract and view EXIF data from photos instantly. See camera settings, GPS location, date taken, and all embedded metadata without uploading to any server.
Drop an image here or click to upload
Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, TIFF, HEIC, AVIF and other formats
About Image Metadata
- EXIF data includes camera settings, date/time, GPS location, and more
- Social media platforms often strip metadata for privacy
- Screenshots and edited images may have limited or no EXIF data
- All processing happens in your browser - images are never uploaded
- Export metadata as JSON for documentation or further analysis
How to Use the Image Metadata Extractor
Upload Your Image
Drag and drop your image into the upload area, or click to browse and select a file. Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, TIFF, HEIC, AVIF, and most common image formats.
View Quick Summary
See the most important metadata at a glance: camera make/model, date taken, image dimensions, and key camera settings like exposure, aperture, ISO, and focal length.
Explore Detailed Metadata
Expand different sections to view all available metadata organized by category: Camera Information, Camera Settings, Image Properties, Date & Time, GPS Location, and more.
Export or Copy Data
Click the copy icon next to any field to copy its value. Use the Export JSON button to download all metadata as a JSON file for documentation or further analysis.
Pro tip: Your data is processed entirely in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy.
Understanding Image Metadata
Every photo you take with a digital camera or smartphone contains hidden information called metadata or EXIF data. This embedded data tells the story of how the image was captured - from the camera model and lens used to the exact moment and location where the photo was taken. Our metadata extractor reveals all this hidden information instantly and privately.
Common Uses for Metadata Extraction
- Photography Learning: Study the camera settings professionals use to achieve specific effects
- Photo Organization: Sort and categorize images by date, location, or camera used
- Privacy Check: Verify if your photos contain sensitive location data before sharing online
- Image Verification: Check authenticity and origin of images for journalism or legal purposes
- Technical Analysis: Debug image issues by examining format, color space, and compression details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is EXIF data in images?
EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) is metadata embedded in image files by cameras and smartphones. It includes information like camera make and model, exposure settings, date/time taken, GPS coordinates, and more. This data is useful for organizing photos and understanding how an image was captured.
What metadata can be extracted from images?
Common metadata includes: camera make/model, lens information, exposure time, aperture (f-stop), ISO, focal length, flash usage, date/time taken, GPS coordinates, image dimensions, color space, and software used for editing. RAW and professional images typically contain more extensive metadata.
Why would I want to extract image metadata?
Extracting metadata is useful for: organizing photo libraries by date/location, verifying image authenticity, learning camera settings used for great shots, checking if location data was embedded (privacy concern), forensic analysis, and cataloging professional photo collections.
Why do some images have no metadata?
Images may lack metadata if: they were screenshots or screen captures, processed by social media platforms (which strip metadata for privacy), edited with software that removes EXIF data, created by apps without camera access, or intentionally stripped for privacy reasons.
Is my image uploaded to a server?
No, all metadata extraction happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your images never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy. This is especially important since image metadata can contain sensitive location information.
Can I remove metadata from images?
Yes, many tools can strip EXIF data from images for privacy. Our image compressor also removes metadata during compression. This is recommended before sharing photos online if they contain GPS coordinates or other personal information.
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