What EXIF data can contain
Image metadata may include camera model, capture date, orientation, software information, and in some files GPS location coordinates.
IMAGE PRIVACY TOOL
Remove EXIF data from an image.
Create a cleaner copy of an image with common EXIF and GPS metadata stripped before you share or upload it.
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Use the preset, then save your result.
This page takes you directly to the matching Rare Frequency Works tool. Files are processed in your browser for supported operations, and you can adjust the settings before saving.
Why remove metadata before sharing
Removing embedded details can reduce the amount of background information carried with a photo when it is posted, emailed, or uploaded.
This is for images, not PDFs
This free website tool is specifically for image metadata. PDF privacy and secure document tools remain part of the CTRL product experience.
Frequently asked questions
Will this remove visible text or watermarks?
No. Metadata is embedded information; visible pixels, text, and watermarks remain part of the image.
Does it remove GPS data?
The tool is designed to create a newly encoded image that strips common EXIF metadata, including embedded GPS information where present.
Is this the same as CTRL+ PDF sanitization?
No. This website tool handles images. CTRL+ PDF privacy tools are separate and designed for PDF documents.