Remove image metadata

Create a clean copy of an image by decoding and re-encoding its visible pixels locally. This removes common EXIF and ancillary metadata from the exported file.

Local processing
Local processing
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Input

JPG, PNG, or WebP. The file stays in this browser tab.

No file selected
Settings

No extra settings. This tool uses the input exactly as shown.

Run tool

Browser memory only. No upload fallback.

Result
Your result will appear here

The input stays available if you need to adjust a setting.

How to use remove image metadata

  1. 1

    Choose an image.

  2. 2

    Create a clean pixel-only copy.

  3. 3

    Compare the size and download the result.

A realistic example

Prepare a phone photo for public sharing without carrying camera model or GPS metadata into the exported copy.

Supported formats and limits

Input: JPG, PNG, WebP. Output: matching pixel format where supported.

  • The tool does not inspect or list metadata before removal.
  • Animation and non-pixel attachments are not preserved.

Questions people ask

Does this remove GPS metadata?

Canvas re-encoding does not copy ordinary EXIF GPS fields into the new file.

Does the original file change?

No. The tool creates a separate clean download.