1. Drop a photo into the viewer
Drag any JPEG, PNG, TIFF, or HEIC file onto the drop zone above, or tap to browse. On mobile, pick a photo straight from your camera roll.
VIEW-ONLY TOOL
Free Online EXIF Data Viewer
Instantly view hidden metadata in your photos including GPS coordinates, camera settings, timestamps, and device information. Nothing gets uploaded.
1 View metadata
2 Remove it
3 Share safely
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Select Your Photo
Drop an image file (JPEG, PNG, TIFF, HEIC) to view its metadata
🔒 100% local · No upload to any server · Nothing stored
Drop image files here to view metadata
Supports images (JPEG, PNG, TIFF, HEIC), documents (PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and media files (MP3, MP4) up to 50MB each
Remove Metadata
Found sensitive data? Strip all EXIF, GPS, and identifying metadata from your photos in one click.
FREE TOOL
Deep Inspection
View all EXIF, IPTC, XMP tags and GPS coordinates with Google Maps preview.
COMPREHENSIVE
Zero Upload
Files processed locally in your browser. Nothing leaves your device, ever.
PRIVACY-FIRST
HOW TO
How to Read EXIF Data Online in 4 Steps
2. Run the analysis
Click "Analyze Metadata". The file is parsed locally in your browser — the photo never leaves your device at any point.
3. Review the grouped fields
Results appear in labeled sections: location data with a map preview, camera settings, descriptive IPTC fields, XMP editing history, and file structure.
4. Act on what you find
If the privacy summary flags GPS coordinates or personal details, strip them with the metadata remover before sharing the photo anywhere.
GLOSSARY
EXIF Field Glossary: What Each Section Means
GPS (location data)
Latitude, longitude, and altitude recorded at capture time. The most sensitive block — it can pinpoint a home address. The viewer plots it on a map.
EXIF (camera data)
Capture settings and device identity: camera make and model, serial number, exposure, focal length, orientation, and the original timestamp.
IPTC (descriptive data)
Editorial fields added by photographers and agencies: captions, keywords, photographer name, copyright notice, and contact information.
XMP (extended metadata)
An XML-based format used by Adobe and modern editors to store editing history, ratings, labels, and copyright claims. Reveals your editing workflow.
MakerNotes
Manufacturer-specific binary data (Canon, Nikon, Apple, and others) that can include focus points, firmware versions, and internal serial numbers.
File structure
Technical details of the file itself: byte order, encoding software, component count, and embedded thumbnail presence.
FAQ
Common Questions
Does the EXIF viewer upload my photos?
No. All processing happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your photos never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and security.
What file formats are supported?
The viewer supports JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and HEIC image formats. These are the most common formats that contain EXIF metadata.
Can I view GPS location on a map?
Yes! If your photo contains GPS coordinates, our viewer will display the exact location on Google Maps, showing you precisely where the photo was taken.
Can I remove metadata after viewing it?
Yes! After viewing your photo's metadata, you can use our metadata removal tool to strip all EXIF data and protect your privacy before sharing online.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, completely free with no limitations. View unlimited photos and access all metadata fields without any cost or registration.
Can I view EXIF data on my phone?
Yes. The viewer runs in Safari on iOS and Chrome on Android — open the page, tap the drop zone, and pick a photo from your camera roll. No app install, no upload.
Is EXIF data the same as metadata?
EXIF is one kind of metadata. Photos can also carry IPTC fields (captions, copyright, keywords) and XMP data from editing software. The viewer shows every type, grouped into labeled sections.
GUIDE
What You Can Check
EXIF camera data
See camera model, lens details, ISO, shutter speed, orientation, and timestamps stored inside the image file.
GPS location metadata
Find latitude and longitude tags, then open the location in Google Maps to see exactly what the photo reveals.
Photo privacy risks
Use the viewer before posting to Instagram, X, WhatsApp, or marketplaces so you know what hidden data is attached.
Next steps
If sensitive metadata is found, switch directly to the metadata remover or read what EXIF data means.
NEXT STEP
Found Metadata You Want to Remove?
Remove all photo metadata
Use the photo metadata remover for EXIF, IPTC, XMP, and other hidden image fields.
Remove only location data
Use the GPS data remover when your main concern is a photo's embedded location.
Learn what EXIF means
Read our EXIF guide for an explanation of the fields you see in the viewer.
Protect Your Privacy Before Sharing
Your photos may contain GPS coordinates, device info, and personal data. Remove it all in one click with our free metadata remover.