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Strip Image Metadata

Preview embedded image metadata, then remove most of it by re-encoding the image.

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Metadata stripper

Strip Image Metadata

Preview embedded image metadata, then remove most of it by re-encoding the image.

About this strip image metadata

This tool previews the metadata embedded in an image — details such as camera model, capture settings, and sometimes GPS location — then removes most of it by re-encoding the image. The cleaned file keeps the picture but drops the hidden information.

Photos often carry more than the image itself, and that EXIF data can reveal where and when a shot was taken. Stripping it before publishing or sharing protects privacy. Review the previewed fields first so you know exactly what the original was carrying.

Common uses

  • Remove location and camera EXIF data from a photo before posting it publicly.
  • Strip hidden metadata from images before sharing them outside your organisation.
  • Check what information a photo carries, then clean it.

Helpful tips

  • Review the previewed metadata first so you know what the original contained.
  • Re-encoding removes most metadata but can slightly change the file; keep the original.
  • Be especially careful with GPS location data on photos taken with a phone.

How to use Strip Image Metadata

  1. Upload the image you want to process with Strip Image Metadata.
  2. Check the current dimensions, format, orientation, transparency, and file size before changing anything.
  3. Choose output settings based on the destination, such as web upload, email, social media, documentation, or archiving.
  4. Preview the result for visible quality, cropping, color changes, metadata, and final file size.
  5. Download the finished image and keep the original file until you confirm the exported version works where you need it.

Frequently asked questions

What metadata can be removed?

Most embedded EXIF-style data such as camera model, capture settings, timestamps, and GPS location is removed when the image is re-encoded.

Does removing metadata change the picture?

The visible image is preserved. Re-encoding can slightly alter the file, so keep the original if you may need it later.

Is Strip Image Metadata free, and does it work on mobile?

Yes. Strip Image Metadata is free to use on JustBloc with no account or installation, and the page is designed to work on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers.