File Metadata Viewer
Extract and view detailed information about any uploaded file including properties, timestamps, and technical details.
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About This Tool
How It Works
- Upload any file type to extract metadata
- View file properties, timestamps, and technical details
- Copy individual metadata values to clipboard
- Download complete metadata report as text file
Common Use Cases
- Analyzing file properties before sharing
- Documenting file information for archival
- Troubleshooting file format issues
- Verifying file sizes and modification dates
Frequently Asked Questions
What file metadata can this tool display?
This tool shows comprehensive file information including basic properties (name, size, type), timestamps (creation, modification dates), MIME type, file extension, and readable file size formatting. The metadata displayed varies depending on the file type and browser capabilities.
What file types are supported for metadata viewing?
This tool supports all file types that can be uploaded to a web browser. Common formats include documents (PDF, DOC, TXT), images (JPG, PNG, GIF, SVG), videos (MP4, AVI, MOV), audio files (MP3, WAV), archives (ZIP, RAR), and many others. The level of detail may vary by file type.
Is my file data secure when using this tool?
Yes, completely secure. All file metadata extraction happens entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. Your files are never uploaded to any server or stored anywhere. The processing is done locally on your device, ensuring complete privacy of your files and their metadata.
Can I view metadata for large files?
Yes, you can upload files of various sizes. The tool reads file properties without loading the entire file content into memory, making it efficient for large files. However, very large files may take longer to process depending on your device's capabilities.
Why might some metadata fields show as unavailable?
Some metadata fields may not be available due to file format limitations, browser security restrictions, or because the specific information isn't embedded in the file. Basic properties like size, name, and type are always available, while advanced metadata depends on the file format.
Can I copy specific metadata values?
Yes, each metadata field includes a copy button that allows you to copy individual values to your clipboard. This is useful for documenting file properties, extracting specific information, or copying technical details for reference purposes.
How can I export all file metadata?
Use the "Download Metadata" button to save all extracted file information as a formatted text file. This creates a comprehensive report with all available metadata fields, perfect for documentation, archiving, or sharing detailed file information with others.
What's the difference between file size and size on disk?
File size represents the actual size of the file content, while size on disk may be different due to file system allocation units and compression. This tool shows the actual file size as reported by the browser, which corresponds to the file's true content size.
Can this tool detect file corruption or integrity issues?
This tool shows basic file metadata and properties but doesn't perform deep integrity checks. If a file is severely corrupted, it may fail to load or show unusual metadata values. For detailed file integrity verification, specialized tools or hash validation methods would be needed.
How accurate are the file timestamps?
File timestamps shown are based on the file's last modification time as recorded by the file system. The accuracy depends on when the file was last saved or modified. Creation times may not always be available or accurate, especially for files that have been copied or transferred between systems.
Can I view metadata for password-protected files?
You can view basic file properties (name, size, type) for password-protected files, but internal content metadata may not be accessible without the password. The tool will show whatever information is available from the file's external properties and headers.
What should I know about file privacy and metadata?
File metadata can contain information about when and where files were created, software used, and sometimes user information. This tool helps you review what metadata your files contain before sharing them. Consider removing sensitive metadata if privacy is a concern before sharing files online.