How to remove EXIF metadata from an image
- Drop your JPG, PNG or WEBP photo into the inspector.
- Review detected camera tags and check whether GPS coordinates are embedded.
- Click "Strip All Metadata" to generate a clean copy with all EXIF headers scrubbed.
- Click "Download Clean Image" to save the metadata-free file.
What hidden data sits inside a photo?
Phones and digital cameras record an EXIF header inside every JPEG they save. Alongside shutter speed, aperture and ISO, that header often contains the exact GPS latitude and longitude where you stood, the date and second the photo was taken, and the exact phone or camera model.
When you post a photo to a forum, marketplace listing or personal website, anyone who downloads the file can read those tags. Stripping the metadata before sharing keeps your home, office or travel location private.
Why strip EXIF in your browser?
Uploading a private photo to an online EXIF remover defeats the purpose of protecting your privacy. Pikden reads the binary EXIF segments and re-encodes a clean pixel canvas directly on your device - your original image never leaves your browser.
Frequently asked questions
Does removing EXIF reduce image resolution?
No. Your image keeps its exact pixel width and height while stripping all APP1/EXIF and GPS header segments.
Can I view GPS coordinates before removing them?
Yes. If GPS tags exist in the photo, the inspector displays the exact coordinates and a direct map link before you scrub them.
Are my photos uploaded to a server?
Never. Both the binary EXIF inspection and metadata removal happen locally inside your browser tab.