Image Metadata Viewer

Image metadata is information embedded in image files that describes various aspects of the photo. EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) data includes camera settings like aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focal length, date taken, GPS coordinates, and device information. This data is automatically recorded by cameras and smartphones when taking photos.

Most commonly, JPEG images contain comprehensive EXIF data. TIFF files also support extensive metadata. RAW camera formats (CR2, NEF, ARW, etc.) contain detailed metadata. PNG and WebP may contain limited metadata. GIF files typically have minimal metadata support.

Yes, if GPS/location services were enabled when the photo was taken, the metadata will include latitude and longitude coordinates. This feature is common in smartphone photos but may be disabled for privacy. Many social media platforms strip GPS data when images are uploaded.

Several reasons can cause missing metadata: the image was processed by software that strips EXIF data, it was downloaded from social media (which removes metadata for privacy), it's a screenshot or edited image, or the original camera/device was configured not to record metadata.

Yes, completely secure. All metadata extraction happens entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. Your images are never uploaded to any server or stored anywhere. The processing is done locally on your device, ensuring complete privacy of your photos and their metadata.

You can extract comprehensive camera settings including make and model, exposure settings (aperture, shutter speed, ISO), focal length, flash usage, white balance, metering mode, exposure mode, date and time taken, and sometimes lens information. The amount of data depends on the camera and its settings.

Yes, each metadata field has a copy button that allows you to copy individual values to your clipboard. This is useful for documenting camera settings, extracting GPS coordinates, or copying specific technical details for reference or analysis purposes.

Use the "Download Metadata" button to save all extracted information as a text file. This creates a formatted document with all sections and fields, perfect for archiving photo information, technical documentation, or sharing detailed image data with others.

Image metadata can contain sensitive information like GPS coordinates showing where photos were taken, timestamps revealing when they were captured, and device information. Many people remove metadata before sharing photos online. This tool helps you review what information your images contain before sharing them.

It depends on the editing software. Some programs preserve original EXIF data, others modify it to reflect new settings, and some strip it entirely. Professional editing software often allows you to choose whether to preserve, modify, or remove metadata when saving edited images.

Basic information includes file size, dimensions, and format. Camera information covers shooting settings and device details. GPS information shows location data if available. Technical details include color space, resolution, and compression. Additional metadata may include software used, copyright information, and other custom fields added by cameras or editing software.

The metadata accuracy depends on the original device's settings and calibration. Camera clocks may be incorrect, GPS coordinates depend on signal quality, and some fields may be approximated. However, technical camera settings like aperture, ISO, and focal length are typically very accurate as they're recorded directly from the camera's sensors and settings.