Privacy

Image Privacy & Metadata

What metadata contains and why cleanup matters before sharing files.

EXIF fields may contain device model, timestamps, geolocation, and editing history depending on source apps.

Hidden metadata can expose location or operational details when files are sent publicly or to clients.

Convert with metadata stripping enabled and verify outputs before publishing or distribution.

Common Metadata Fields

Not every image contains all of these, but it’s worth checking before sharing.

Some devices can embed GPS coordinates or place info. This can reveal where a photo was taken.

Camera model, lens, software version, and other identifiers can leak operational information.

Capture and edit times can expose schedules or timelines if you share files publicly.

A simple set of steps to reduce accidental disclosure.

Remove EXIF data when you don’t need it. This is especially important for public posting and client delivery.

Export only the dimensions you need. Smaller outputs can reduce the information surface and improve performance.

Open the exported image and confirm quality, dimensions, and transparency (if needed) before sending.

For a more detailed explanation of our approach, see the Privacy Policy.

Not all metadata is “bad” — it depends on your workflow.

Camera settings and lens data can help organize and edit photo libraries. Keep it when you’re not publishing publicly.

For client handoff, metadata is often unnecessary. Stripping it can reduce accidental leakage and simplify the file.

When posting publicly, it’s safest to remove metadata unless you have a clear reason to keep it.

If your workflow requires metadata for internal use, keep an original copy and export a “clean” version for sharing.

Remove metadata, confirm dimensions, validate quality, then export final ZIP.