What this tool does
This metadata remover creates a new copy of your image by drawing it to canvas and exporting it again, which removes typical embedded photo metadata.
Clean image metadata
JPG, PNG or WebP. Maximum 10 MB.
Quality
92
Image information
File name-
MIME type-
File size-
Dimensions-
Output type-
Clean file size-
The image is processed in your browser for the core output. No account or upload is required.
When to use it
Use it before sharing photos online, attaching images to a public document or sending a copy where extra camera or location metadata is not needed.
Privacy-first processing
The cleaning step runs locally in the browser with image and canvas APIs. The selected image is not uploaded to a ToolForge Online server.
Example use
For example, upload a JPG photo, keep JPG output, remove metadata and download a clean copy before sharing it in a public listing or profile.
Practical guidance
How this tool works
The browser decodes the selected image, draws only the visible pixels onto a canvas and exports a new file. This usually removes EXIF and common embedded metadata because the new file is generated from pixels rather than copied as the original binary file.
Limitations
This is not a forensic metadata analyzer. It is designed to remove typical image metadata through re-saving, but it cannot guarantee detection of every unusual or proprietary data structure in every file.
Who maintains this tool
Created and maintained by ToolForge Online. Last updated: June 2026.
FAQ
Does this remove GPS location data?
Typical GPS EXIF fields are usually removed because the tool exports a fresh canvas copy instead of preserving original metadata blocks. Still, review important files with a dedicated metadata viewer if location privacy is critical.
Does the image upload to a server?
No. The core workflow runs locally in your browser. Avoid using confidential images if your organization does not allow browser-based image tools.
Will image quality change?
It can change because the image is re-encoded. JPG and WebP use the quality slider, while PNG is usually better for sharp graphics or transparency.
Is this a forensic metadata tool?
No. It is a practical browser utility for creating a clean re-saved image copy. It does not inspect or certify every possible metadata structure in a file.
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