Does this remove GPS location data?

Re-encoding strips common EXIF fields including GPS coordinates on formats that carry them, but check Image Metadata Viewer afterward if location privacy is critical.

Will the visible image change?

No, only embedded metadata is affected; the visible pixels are re-encoded at your chosen quality but not otherwise edited.

Image Editing

Remove Image Metadata

Re-encode images without EXIF and unnecessary metadata. Your files stay on your device during processing.

Private local processing

Your file stays in this browser.

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JPG, PNG, WEBP · maximum 25 MB per file

Click here, then press Ctrl+V to paste

Files stay on this device for this tool and are not uploaded.

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About Remove Image Metadata

Re-encode JPG, PNG and WebP images to strip common EXIF and ancillary metadata, including camera and GPS details where present.

Re-encoding through the browser removes common camera EXIF and ancillary metadata. Metadata behavior varies by format, and the tool does not claim to inspect every proprietary field.

What the result contains

A separate result that re-encode images without EXIF and unnecessary metadata. The source remains unchanged in the current browser session.

Supported formats

JPG
PNG
WEBP

How to use Remove Image Metadata

Choose the source files in a supported format (JPEG, PNG, WEBP) and confirm the displayed file details.
Prepare the available controls for this practical goal: Remove GPS coordinates before posting a photo publicly
Run Remove Image Metadata and confirm that the new result matches the stated outcome before saving it.
Check this known constraint before download: Re-encoding does not guarantee removal of every proprietary or vendor-specific metadata field If needed, revise the settings and create another version from the retained source.

Practical example

Remove GPS coordinates before posting a photo publicly. Use a representative source, compare the output with the original, and keep the version that meets the destination's requirements.

When to use Remove Image Metadata

Remove GPS coordinates before posting a photo publicly
Clean camera metadata from images before sharing
Prepare a batch of photos for a workflow that expects minimal metadata

Important limitations

Re-encoding does not guarantee removal of every proprietary or vendor-specific metadata field
The visible image is re-encoded at your chosen quality, which is a lossy step for JPG and WebP

Troubleshooting Remove Image Metadata

The result is different from what you expected

Re-encoding does not guarantee removal of every proprietary or vendor-specific metadata field Return to the retained source, adjust the relevant setting and create a fresh result rather than repeatedly processing the output.

Private local processing

The file is processed on this device and is not uploaded to MyFileNest. Closing or refreshing the page clears the active session.

Frequently asked questions

Practical limit: Files up to 25 MB are accepted for guests. Very large dimensions, complex documents or limited device memory can affect browser processing.