Will cleaning remove metadata?

We re-encode via Canvas to strip EXIF/XMP/IPTC/ICC and comments; PNG/WebP chunks are removed by re-encode. Pixels preserved for PNG; JPEG/WebP recompress.

EXIF Tool

View & remove EXIF/XMP/IPTC/ICC + PNG/WebP chunks • Embed/Extract secrets (LSB, PNG tEXt, PNG trailer • AES-GCM optional)

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Inspector (Hidden Data)

Drop an image, Ctrl/⌘+V to paste, or use the button. 100% local parsing.

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Supports PNG, JPEG, WebP, HEIC (render depends on browser). On mobile, tap to use camera.

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EXIF / XMP / IPTC / ICC

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Container Chunks & Trailing Data

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Cleaner (Strip Metadata)

Re-encode via Canvas to remove metadata. PNG keeps pixels; JPEG/WebP recompress.

Output

Estimated clean size —

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Secret Embed / Extract (Local)

Modes: Pixel-LSB . PNG tEXt . PNG Trailer. Optional AES-GCM encryption.

Mode

Secret Text

Encrypt secret (AES-GCM)

Passphrase (if encrypting)

JPEG recompression destroys LSB. PNG tEXt/trailer may be removed by some apps. Keep originals if secrecy matters.

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Why EXIF/Metadata Matters (Privacy)

Short explainer: what cameras store, and how to remove it safely.

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FAQ

Does this upload my images?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser.

Will cleaning remove all metadata?

Yes, via re-encode (Canvas). PNG keeps pixels; JPEG/WebP re-compress.

Is embedding secrets legal?

Use on your own images and only for lawful purposes.

✅ Do's and ❌ Don'ts

✅ Do's

✅ Do use this tool to save time on manual calculations.
✅ Do double-check your inputs for accuracy.
✅ Do share results with teammates using the Share feature.
✅ Do bookmark this tool for quick access.

❌ Don'ts

❌ Don't enter sensitive personal data — this tool doesn't store anything.
❌ Don't use results as professional financial/legal/medical advice.
❌ Don't forget to verify critical calculations with official tools.
❌ Don't assume results are guarantees — they are estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tool free to use?

Yes. All UpTools calculators are completely free, with no sign-ups required.

Is my data private?

Yes. All calculations run locally in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to any server.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. All tools are mobile-responsive and work on any device — phone, tablet, or desktop.

Can I use this offline?

Most tools work offline after the initial page load. No internet needed for calculations.

📐 How This Tool Works

This tool computes results entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No data is sent to any server, ensuring your privacy.

Results update instantly as you type — no waiting for server responses.

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