Image Metadata Remover
Strip EXIF data, GPS location, camera info, and personal metadata from images, protect your privacy before sharing. Process images directly in your browser with no file uploads to external servers..
Upload Images to Strip Metadata
Drag and drop images here, or click to browse. Supports batch processing.
Max file size: 5 MB
What is Image Metadata Remover | Rune
Image Metadata Remover strips all EXIF data from your photos including GPS coordinates, camera model, date/time, software info, and other personal metadata. Protect your privacy before sharing images online. Supports batch processing of PNG, JPG, WebP, and more, all processed securely in your browser.
Supports popular image formats including PNG, JPG, JPEG, WebP, GIF, BMP, and SVG for maximum compatibility. All image processing happens client-side in your browser, ensuring your photos and graphics remain private. Preview your changes in real time before downloading the final processed image to your device.
Key Features of Image Metadata Remover
Everything you need for professional image metadata remover
Complete EXIF Removal
Strips all EXIF metadata including GPS coordinates, camera make/model, date/time stamps, software info, and any embedded personal data.
GPS Location Removal
Remove GPS coordinates embedded in photos by your smartphone. Prevent revealing your home, workplace, or travel locations when sharing images.
Batch Processing
Upload multiple images at once and strip metadata from all of them. Download individually or all at once with one click.
Instant Processing
Images are processed instantly in your browser using canvas rendering. No server uploads, no waiting, results appear in seconds.
Clean Downloads
Download metadata-free images with one click. Output as PNG ensures no metadata survives the cleaning process.
100% Private
All processing happens in your browser. Your images never leave your device. No server uploads, no data collection, complete privacy.
How to Use Image Metadata Remover
Follow these simple steps to get started
Upload Images
Drag and drop one or more images, or click to browse. Supports JPG, PNG, WebP, and other formats.
Automatic Processing
Metadata is stripped automatically. The tool removes all EXIF data including GPS, camera info, and timestamps.
Download Clean Images
Download your clean, metadata-free images individually or all at once.
Pro Tips
- Always strip metadata before sharing photos on forums, dating apps, or public websites to protect your location.
- Use batch upload to clean multiple photos at once, perfect for preparing albums for social media.
- Pair with our Image Compressor to both strip metadata and reduce file size.
- Check removed metadata first with our Image Metadata Viewer to see what's being stripped.
- JPEG and TIFF files contain the most metadata, PNG files typically have very little EXIF data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Image Metadata Remover
What is image metadata (EXIF data)?
Image metadata (EXIF data) is hidden information embedded in photos by cameras and smartphones. It can include GPS coordinates, camera make/model, date and time, lens info, software used, and other personal data. This data isn't visible in the image but can be extracted by anyone.
Why should I remove image metadata?
Removing metadata protects your privacy. Photos taken with smartphones often contain GPS coordinates that reveal your exact location. Camera info and timestamps can also be used to track or identify you. Always strip metadata before sharing photos publicly.
What specific data does this tool remove?
The tool removes all EXIF data including GPS coordinates (latitude/longitude), camera make and model, date/time stamps, software version, ICC color profiles, thumbnail images, and any custom metadata fields.
Does removing metadata affect image quality?
The visual quality of your image is preserved. The tool redraws the image on a clean canvas, which ensures no metadata survives while keeping the same resolution and pixel quality.
Can I process multiple images at once?
Yes! The Metadata Remover supports batch processing. Upload multiple images at once and download them all with metadata stripped. You can download individually or use the 'Download All' button.
What image formats are supported?
The tool supports all common image formats including JPG, JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, and BMP. All output is saved as PNG to ensure metadata-free results.
Is my data safe with this tool?
Absolutely! All processing happens entirely in your browser. Your images are never uploaded to any server. The tool runs locally on your device for complete privacy and security.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes! The Image Metadata Remover is completely free with no limits. No account required, no watermarks, no file size restrictions beyond browser capabilities.
Do social media platforms strip metadata?
Some platforms strip metadata on upload (like Facebook, Instagram), but many don't (forums, email, cloud storage). It's safer to always strip metadata yourself before sharing to ensure your privacy regardless of the platform.
How do I verify metadata was removed?
Use our Image Metadata Viewer tool to inspect the cleaned image. Upload the processed file and you'll see that all EXIF data has been completely removed.
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