Remove EXIF Metadata
Strip sensitive EXIF camera details and GPS location coordinates from photos locally.
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How to Use Remove EXIF Metadata
- 1Select or drop your photo file.
- 2PixelLocal identifies embedded EXIF APP1 tags and GPS location metadata.
- 3Re-encodes image pixel data in client RAM to sanitize all location and camera headers.
- 4Download your privacy-cleaned image file.
Technical Specifications & Capabilities
| Input Formats | JPG, JPEG, PNG, WebP, HEIC |
|---|---|
| Output Format | Sanitized JPG / PNG / WebP |
| Transparency Support | Preserved for PNG & WebP outputs |
| Compression Type | Client-side Canvas Pixel Sanitization |
| Processing Engine | Browser Canvas API + EXIF Sanitizer |
| Max File Size Limit | 25 MB per file limit |
| Max Pixel Boundary | 50 Megapixels maximum boundary |
Common Use Cases
- •Stripping GPS location coordinates before uploading photos to public web forums or real estate listings.
- •Removing camera model and software metadata from public portfolios.
- •Protecting personal privacy when sharing smartphone photos online.
Zero Upload Privacy Architecture
PixelLocal operates entirely within your browser memory. When you select a photo, your browser decodes and processes the pixel data locally using HTML5 Canvas and WebAssembly. Your files are never transmitted over the internet, logged, or stored on remote servers.
Troubleshooting & Known Limitations
- ⚠️If GPS location is detected, clicking "Strip All Metadata" removes location coordinates instantly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does removing EXIF metadata reduce photo resolution?
No. PixelLocal preserves exact original pixel width and height dimensions while removing hidden EXIF and GPS headers.