Image Metadata Viewer (EXIF)
This photo metadata viewer surfaces EXIF data, GPS locations, and camera settings—all extracted privately in your browser without uploading images.
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Start Analyzing Your Images
Select a supported image to extract available EXIF fields, GPS coordinates, and camera settings in your browser.
Metadata Viewer (EXIF)
View available EXIF, GPS, camera, and software fields from JPEG, PNG, and HEIC/HEIF images up to 3 MB. Image contents are processed in your browser. HEIC conversion may omit metadata. WebP, TIFF, and camera RAW files are not accepted.
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JPEG, PNG, HEIC/HEIF • Up to 3 MB
🔒 Privacy Information
This tool helps you understand what data is embedded in your images:
- Camera make, model, and settings
- GPS location data (if present)
- Software used to edit the image
- Creation and modification dates
- 100% client-side processing - your files never leave your device
Ready to Analyze
Upload an image to view its embedded metadata.
How to View Image Metadata
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Upload Your Image
Select or drag in a JPEG, PNG, or HEIC/HEIF image up to 3 MB. Metadata extraction runs in your browser.
Tip:HEIC/HEIF files are converted to JPEG before extraction. Conversion may omit metadata; use an original JPEG source when available. - 2
Review Embedded Information
Review available camera settings, GPS coordinates, timestamps, and software fields found in the file.
Tip:Look for the privacy warning icon if location data is detected - this could reveal sensitive information about where photos were taken. - 3
Analyze Camera Settings
Examine technical details like focal length, exposure compensation, and white balance to understand how the photo was captured.
Tip:When metadata is present, camera settings can help explain how the photograph was captured. - 4
Check for Hidden Data
Review available software, copyright, and color-profile fields alongside EXIF data.
Tip:Metadata can be changed or removed. These fields are not proof of authenticity or a complete editing history. - 5
Copy JSON
Click Copy JSON to copy the extracted fields and file details to your clipboard, then paste them into your notes or another tool.
Tip:This tool does not provide file downloads, CSV export, or a map. Review location fields before sharing the copied data.
Security & Privacy
- EXIF extraction happens 100% in your browser.
- No images or metadata are uploaded or stored.
- EXIF can include sensitive GPS/location data — review before sharing.
Performance Tips
- Use an original JPEG source when available; conversion can remove EXIF fields.
- Keep file sizes reasonable; huge images can be slow to parse.
- Strip or anonymize sensitive tags before publishing.
Features & Benefits
Local File Processing
Metadata extraction runs locally in your browser; selected image contents are not uploaded to Hostt.
Supported Metadata Fields
Read available EXIF, GPS, IPTC, XMP, and color-profile fields. Results depend on the file and parser support.
Multiple Format Support
Accepts JPEG, PNG, and HEIC/HEIF images up to 3 MB. HEIC conversion may omit metadata. WebP, TIFF, and camera RAW files are not accepted.
GPS Coordinate Fields
Display recorded GPS fields when available, with a warning about sharing location data. No map is provided.
Copy Metadata as JSON
Copy extracted fields and file details to your clipboard as JSON. Paste them into another tool or save them yourself.
Extraction Status
See processing status while the browser reads your image. Large files and HEIC conversion can take longer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my photo data kept private?
The tool processes image contents in your browser rather than uploading them to Hostt. If you copy JSON, the copied metadata remains on your clipboard until replaced; review it before sharing.
What image formats are supported?
The tool accepts JPEG, PNG, and HEIC/HEIF images up to 3 MB. HEIC/HEIF files are converted to JPEG before extraction, which may omit metadata. WebP, TIFF, and camera RAW files are not accepted. Not every supported image contains readable metadata.
Why should I check metadata before sharing photos?
Photos often contain GPS coordinates that reveal exact locations, including your home address. They also include timestamps, device information, and sometimes even thumbnail images of the original unedited photo. Checking metadata helps protect your privacy and prevents unintentional sharing of sensitive information.
Can I remove metadata from my images?
This tool is for viewing metadata only. To remove metadata, you can use image editing software like Photoshop, GIMP, or online tools specifically designed for metadata removal. On Windows, you can right-click an image, go to Properties > Details > Remove Properties and Personal Information.
What is EXIF data exactly?
EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) is a standard that specifies formats for images and sounds used by digital cameras and smartphones. It includes technical data like camera settings (ISO, aperture, shutter speed), GPS coordinates, timestamps, copyright information, and descriptions. This metadata is embedded within the image file itself.
Why do some images have no metadata?
An image may never have contained metadata, or an editor, sharing service, or conversion step may have removed it. The parser may also be unable to read fields in a particular file. An empty result does not prove that every metadata field is absent.
Use Cases & Applications
Privacy Protection Before Sharing
Check photos for GPS coordinates, timestamps, and device information before posting on social media or public websites to protect your privacy and location data.
Photography Technique Analysis
Review recorded exposure, lens, and shooting details when the image contains those EXIF fields.
Inspect Recorded Fields
Review recorded timestamps and software fields as leads for further investigation. Editable metadata does not establish image authenticity.
Camera Equipment Research
Read camera and lens model fields in sample images when present. These fields do not verify equipment condition or image quality.
Copyright and Attribution
Look for recorded creator and copyright fields. Confirm permission and licensing separately with the rights holder.
Travel Photo Organization
Read available GPS coordinates and timestamps to help organize photos in your own notes or photo-management software.