GPS can pinpoint you
Phone photos often store coordinates precise enough to find a home address.
View image metadata (EXIF viewer)
See the camera, date taken, GPS location and editing data in JPG, PNG, WebP, AVIF and HEIC photos. Nothing is uploaded.
Inspect supported file records without editing the original.
What can an image metadata viewer show?
Everything stored in the file besides the picture itself.
Photos carry more than pixels. A camera writes EXIF with the model, lens, exposure, date and often GPS. Editors add XMP with history and captions. AI tools add prompts and Content Credentials.
This viewer lists each metadata group in the file and decodes the fields it supports, so you can see exactly what travels with an image before you share it.
It is read-only. Your file is opened in the browser and never changed or uploaded.
How to view image metadata online
No install, no upload.
Drop your image
JPG, PNG, WebP, AVIF or HEIC, up to 30 at a time.
Browse the groups
Each group found is listed: EXIF, XMP, IPTC, PNG text or provenance.
Open the fields
Expand a group to read its decoded values, such as camera model or GPS position.
Metadata groups you may find
What each group usually holds, and who writes it.
| Group | Typical contents | Written by |
|---|---|---|
| EXIF | Camera make and model, lens, exposure, date taken, GPS location, thumbnail. | Cameras and phones |
| XMP | Edit history, ratings, keywords, AI source type, creator details. | Photoshop, Lightroom, AI tools |
| IPTC | Captions, copyright, credit line, keywords. | Publishers and photo agencies |
| PNG text | Description, software name, AI prompt and settings. | Image apps, Stable Diffusion, ComfyUI |
| Provenance | C2PA Content Credentials with signed history. | ChatGPT, Firefly, some cameras |
JPG, PNG, WebP, AVIF and HEIC still images. Up to 30 files, 15 MB each. Images up to 50 megapixels; animated PNG and WebP are not supported. Free, no account.
Why check metadata before sharing
A few fields matter more than the rest.
Camera and serial
Make, model and sometimes a serial number link photos to one device.
Platforms read them
C2PA and IPTC AI tags can trigger an AI label on Instagram or TikTok.
Edits leave traces
XMP can list the apps and steps used to edit the image.
Image metadata viewer: common questions
Answers about results, privacy and limits.
Can I see when and where a photo was taken?
Yes, if the file still has them: look for DateTimeOriginal and the GPS latitude and longitude fields.
What is EXIF?
The record a camera or phone writes into each photo: device, settings, date and often location.
Why does my photo show no metadata?
Screenshots, re-saving and social media downloads usually strip it. The original camera file normally has it.
How do I remove what I find?
Use the photo metadata remover for everything, or the GPS, EXIF and XMP tools for one group.
Is this the same as running ExifTool?
It covers the common groups in your browser with no install. ExifTool reads more formats and rare tags if you need a full forensic dump.
Why does my photo have no EXIF?
It was probably screenshotted, edited or downloaded from a platform that strips metadata. The original camera file usually has it.
Can I remove what I find?
Yes. Use the photo metadata remover for everything, or the GPS, EXIF and XMP tools to remove one group.
Does it read HEIC and AVIF photos?
Yes. iPhone HEIC and AVIF files are read without being changed. To make a clean copy, use the HEIC metadata remover.
Is it free? Do I need an account?
Yes. It is free, with no account, credits or trial. The file and batch limits are shown on the upload box.
Do my files leave my device?
No. Files are read in your browser. Save your results before you clear the batch or leave the page.
See what your image is carrying
Free metadata viewer. Nothing is uploaded.