Remove hidden metadata from an image

Photographers and everyday users can clean a picture before publishing or sending it when embedded details are unnecessary.

Strip ancillary metadata by re-encoding the image, then download a visually unchanged file that carries less hidden information when you share it.

How to use

Drop a PNG, JPEG, or WebP image into the selector; the file can be up to 20 MB.
Run the re-encoding step to remove ancillary information carried inside the file.
Download the new copy and open it to make sure the visible result still suits your needs.
Share the cleaned version instead of the original when embedded details are unnecessary.

Example

An amateur photographer is posting a picture to a public forum. Before uploading it, they run the file through the tool to strip shooting details and possible location tags. They keep the original in their archive and publish the re-encoded copy instead.

Limits and formats

Re-encoding can slightly change compression, so compare the result if image quality is critical.
The tool removes ancillary metadata, but it does not inspect or alter what is visible in the picture.
PNG, JPEG, and WebP are accepted, with a maximum size of 20 MB per file.
Keep a backup of the source, because removed metadata cannot be restored from the cleaned copy.

Where processing happens

The cleaning step runs in your browser. The image is not uploaded, and no remote copy is created during the operation. A re-encoded file is generated locally and then offered to you for download.

Frequently asked questions

Which details are usually stripped from the image?

Re-encoding removes ancillary metadata such as camera settings, software notes, and geographic coordinates when they are present. The visible picture stays the same, but hidden information attached to the original file does not follow into the new version.

Will re-encoding lower the visual quality?

It may slightly change compression, especially for JPEG files. The goal is a visually similar result, but you should open the downloaded image and compare fine details if you plan to print it or use it in a demanding layout.

Can I clean a whole batch of photos at once?

The described interface handles one image per run. For a series, repeat the operation file by file. This also gives you a chance to check each output before sharing, which is useful when some pictures contain more hidden information than others.