Use our dedicated
EXIF Remover tool to instantly strip all metadata from images before sharing. This protects your privacy by removing GPS coordinates, camera info, and timestamps.
Yes, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and most major platforms strip EXIF data (including GPS) when you upload photos to protect user privacy. However, messaging apps (WhatsApp Web, Telegram Desktop, iMessage on Mac), email attachments, and cloud storage often preserve all metadata.
No. We detect AI images by analyzing metadata claims from 50+ generators (Midjourney, DALL-E, Firefly, Ideogram, Stable Diffusion, Flux, etc.). However, if: (1) the AI tool doesn't embed metadata, (2) the image was post-processed and stripped, or (3) someone manually removed metadata, detection isn't possible. A negative result means 'no metadata found', not 'definitely authentic'.
We detect 50+ tools: Midjourney, DALL-E (2 & 3), Adobe Firefly, Ideogram, Stable Diffusion (SD, SDXL, SD Turbo), Flux (Flux.1), Leonardo AI, Playground AI, Runway ML, ComfyUI, Automatic1111, DreamStudio, NightCafe, DeepAI, Craiyon, and more. Detection requires the generator to embed its signature in image metadata.
This means we found no AI generation claims in the EXIF/XMP data. Possible reasons: (1) it's a real camera photo, (2) it's AI-generated but the tool didn't embed metadata (some generators don't), (3) metadata was stripped during editing/compression, or (4) someone manually removed it. Absence of evidence isn't evidence of absence.
Smartphone GPS is typically accurate to 5-10 meters (16-33 feet) under clear sky conditions. Indoor photos or urban canyons may have 20-50 meter accuracy. Professional GPS-enabled cameras can achieve 3-5 meter precision. The embedded coordinates reflect the device's GPS fix at capture time.
EXIF: Technical camera data (ISO, shutter, aperture, focal length, device info).
IPTC: Editorial metadata for journalists (caption, keywords, copyright, byline).
XMP: Adobe's extensible standard for editing history, ratings, AI generation info, and custom fields. Most images contain all three types.
Photos lose EXIF when: (1) compressed by messaging apps (WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger), (2) processed by website optimizers (WordPress plugins, CDN image processors), (3) screenshotted, (4) edited in apps that don't preserve metadata, or (5) intentionally stripped for privacy. Screenshots never contain EXIF from the original image.
This tool is read-only for security. To edit metadata, use desktop software like ExifTool (command-line), Adobe Bridge, or Photo Mechanic. Be aware that modifying EXIF data can help or harm: helpful for adding copyright info, harmful if used to fake timestamps or locations.
Absolutely not. This tool runs 100% client-side using JavaScript in your browser. Images are analyzed locally on your device and never transmitted to our servers, third parties, or the cloud. Check your browser's network tab – you'll see zero upload requests.
JPEG/JPG files have the most comprehensive EXIF support. TIFF, WebP, and HEIC also support metadata. PNG has limited metadata support (mainly text chunks, not full EXIF). GIF and BMP generally don't support EXIF. RAW camera formats (CR2, NEF, ARW) contain extensive metadata but require specialized tools.
Yes, EXIF data can be edited, fabricated, or copied between images using tools like ExifTool. This is why metadata alone shouldn't be the sole basis for authenticity verification in legal or forensic contexts. However, faking realistic-looking metadata requires technical knowledge and effort.
On iPhone: Open Photos app → select image → swipe up → tap the info (ⓘ) icon. On Android: Open Gallery → select photo → tap Details or More → Info. For comprehensive metadata viewing, use this web tool from your phone's browser.
No. Reading EXIF data is completely non-destructive. This tool only reads metadata – it never modifies, compresses, or alters your original image file in any way. Your photos remain exactly as they were.
If GPS coordinates seem incorrect: (1) the device had poor satellite reception when the photo was taken, (2) the photo was taken indoors where GPS is unreliable, (3) the camera clock/timezone was wrong, or (4) someone manually edited the GPS data. Some cameras also cache old GPS coordinates.