Question 1

Is EXIFEditor.io free?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The tool is 100% free to use, with no registration required.

Question 2

Are my images uploaded to your server?

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No. All processing happens in your browser. Your images never leave your device.

Question 3

What is EXIF metadata?

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EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) metadata is information embedded in image files by cameras and smartphones, such as date, location, camera model, and more. It can include camera settings, GPS coordinates, software used, and even thumbnails.

Question 4

Why should I care about EXIF data?

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EXIF data can reveal sensitive information, such as where and when a photo was taken, or what device was used. Removing or editing EXIF helps protect your privacy, especially before sharing images online or on social media.

Question 5

What image formats are supported?

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Currently, only JPEG images are supported for editing. You can view EXIF for other formats (like PNG, HEIC, or TIFF), but editing is limited to JPEG.

Question 6

How do I remove EXIF data?

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Upload your image, remove or edit the EXIF fields, and download the updated image. The EXIF data will be updated or stripped as you choose.

Question 7

How do I edit EXIF data?

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After uploading a JPEG, you can click on any EXIF field to change its value. You can update dates, camera info, GPS, and more. When finished, download your updated image with the new metadata.

Question 8

Can I add missing EXIF fields?

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Yes, you can add new EXIF fields (such as Author, Copyright, or GPS) if they are missing from your image. Use the "Add Field" option in the editor.

Question 9

Does EXIFEditor.io work on mobile devices?

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Yes! The tool is fully responsive and works on all modern smartphones and tablets, as well as desktop browsers.

Question 10

Is there a file size limit?

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For best performance, images up to 30MB are supported. Larger files may not load or may be slow to process, depending on your device and browser.

Question 11

Can I batch edit multiple images?

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Currently, EXIFEditor.io supports editing one image at a time. For batch editing, consider using desktop tools like ExifTool.

Question 12

Does EXIFEditor.io support RAW files?

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You can view some metadata from RAW files, but editing is only supported for JPEGs. RAW formats are complex and often proprietary.

Question 13

Can I remove GPS/location data only?

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Yes. You can specifically remove or edit GPS/location fields without affecting other EXIF data.

Question 14

Will editing EXIF affect my image quality?

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No. Editing or removing EXIF metadata does not change the actual image pixels or quality. Only the metadata is updated.

Question 15

Can I restore EXIF data after removing it?

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Once EXIF data is removed and the image is saved, it cannot be restored unless you have a backup of the original image with the metadata intact.

Question 16

Is there a way to preview changes before downloading?

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Yes, the editor displays the updated EXIF fields in real time before you download your image.

Question 17

Is EXIFEditor.io open source?

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Not currently, but we are committed to transparency and privacy. All processing is local, and no images are ever uploaded.

Question 18

How do I contact support or give feedback?

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You can email us at exifeditorio@gmail.com or use the links in the footer to reach out.

Question 19

Where can I learn more about EXIF and metadata?

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Visit our Guides, Further Reading sections on the website for in-depth resources and best practices.

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