What this tool does
Every photo taken with a digital camera or smartphone contains hidden metadata called EXIF data (Exchangeable Image File Format). This tool reads and displays that metadata so you can see exactly how and where a photo was taken, without modifying the file in any way.
Drop a JPEG or TIFF photo onto the upload area and instantly see the camera model, lens information, exposure settings, GPS coordinates, and more.
What EXIF data contains
EXIF metadata is embedded directly in the image file by the camera or phone at the moment of capture. Common fields include:
**Camera Information:** - Camera make and model (e.g., Canon EOS R5, iPhone 15 Pro) - Lens make, model, and focal length - Body serial number
**Exposure Settings:** - Shutter speed (e.g., 1/500s) - Aperture (e.g., f/2.8) - ISO sensitivity - Exposure bias - Focal length and 35mm equivalent
**GPS Location:** - Latitude and longitude in decimal degrees - Altitude - GPS timestamp
**Date and Time:** - When the photo was originally taken - When it was last modified
**Image Properties:** - Pixel dimensions - Color space - Orientation
Who should use this
- **Photographers**: Verify your camera settings were applied correctly or review shots for learning - **Journalists and fact-checkers**: Verify when and where a photo was taken - **Privacy-conscious users**: Check if your photos contain GPS location data before sharing them - **Photo editors**: Confirm orientation, color space, and resolution before processing - **Developers**: Inspect EXIF structure during app development
How to use
1. Drop a JPEG or TIFF photo onto the upload area (or click to browse) 2. The tool immediately reads the file and displays all available metadata 3. Review sections for Camera, Exposure, GPS, Date, and Image Info 4. Click Copy All to copy the full metadata to your clipboard 5. Click New Photo to analyze another image
FAQs
Q: Is my photo uploaded to a server? A: No. All EXIF reading happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your photo never leaves your device.
Q: Why does my photo show no EXIF data? A: EXIF data may be missing if the photo was edited and saved with metadata stripping enabled (common in image editors, social media platforms, and messaging apps). Screenshots also typically have no EXIF data.
Q: Does this tool work on PNG or WebP files? A: PNG and WebP files do not use the EXIF standard. JPEG and TIFF are the primary formats that carry EXIF metadata. Some tools embed metadata in PNG files using different standards, but this tool focuses on EXIF in JPEG and TIFF.
Q: Can I remove GPS data using this tool? A: This tool is read-only — it displays metadata without modifying the file. To remove GPS data before sharing a photo, use an image editing application or a dedicated EXIF-stripping tool.
Q: Why does the GPS location sometimes show wrong coordinates? A: GPS accuracy depends on the device. Coordinates embedded at capture time reflect the device's GPS fix at that moment. Indoor shots or photos taken without GPS signal may show inaccurate or missing coordinates.