Three straightforward steps
- Choose or paste the input requested by this tool.
- Configure the options and run the operation locally.
- Review and download or copy the result.
Images TOOL
Remove Image Metadata
Create a clean re-encoded copy of an image without common embedded metadata.
ON-DEVICESelected input is processed in this browser.
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The selected input stays under your control
On-device processing means the input is handled by browser APIs on the device running this page. Closing or refreshing the page normally clears the active in-memory working session.
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Re-encode an image to create a shareable copy without common EXIF details.
How to use it
- Choose the image whose metadata you want removed.
- Let the browser decode and re-encode the pixels.
- Download and verify the cleaned copy before sharing.
Supported input
- JPEG, PNG and WebP
- Images readable by the browser canvas
Worked example
Create a clean copy of a phone photo before publishing it, removing common location and camera metadata.
Limitations
- This is re-encoding, not a forensic metadata audit.
- Color profiles or specialist chunks may be changed.
Troubleshooting
- Keep the source if capture information matters later.
- Use a metadata inspection application when legal verification is required.
Tool-specific questions
Does it remove GPS data?
Canvas re-encoding normally omits common EXIF GPS fields.
Can it prove all metadata is gone?
No; use a specialist verifier for high-risk cases.
Before you process
Can I use this remove image metadata online without uploading my input?
Yes. This tool is labelled On-device, so the selected input is processed in your browser and is not sent to a ForgeMyFile processing API.
What happens if the browser cannot process it?
The tool shows a readable error and stops. It does not silently fall back to a cloud upload.
Why can performance differ between devices?
The browser is doing the work locally, so speed and practical file size depend on available memory, CPU and browser capabilities.