Image Metadata Viewer
Read EXIF, GPS, IPTC, and XMP metadata embedded in any photo — and find out what would leak if you posted the file publicly. Runs entirely in your browser.
Drop an image to read its hidden metadata
EXIF, GPS, IPTC, XMP — all read locally, never uploaded
How to read image metadata online
Drop a JPG, HEIC, TIFF, PNG (with EXIF), or WebP. ToolChop parses every embedded metadata segment locally and groups the fields into readable panels — Camera & capture, Date & time, Serial & ownership, GPS location, IPTC keywords, and XMP. If GPS coordinates are present, a prominent warning appears at the top with a one-click map link, so the risk of posting the file publicly is impossible to miss.
Why a local metadata viewer matters
Image metadata is one of the highest-impact data leaks on the internet. A single photo can embed the exact GPS coordinates where it was taken, the camera's unique serial number (often traceable to its purchaser), the owner's name, the device model, and the capture timestamp. The reason you are inspecting metadata is almost always to find out what would leak if the file gets shared. Uploading the file to a third-party viewer first is exactly the leak you are trying to avoid. ToolChop reads everything locally — you can verify in DevTools → Network that no request fires when you drop a file.
What to do once you see the metadata
If GPS coordinates or serial numbers are present and you are about to post the file publicly, re-encode the image first. Running it through our Compress Image or Image Cropper drops the metadata as a side effect of canvas re-encoding — the visible image is unchanged but the embedded fields are gone. Always inspect before publishing.
What you can do
- Read EXIF, GPS, IPTC, and XMP metadata sections
- See GPS coordinates with a one-click OpenStreetMap link
- Spot camera serial numbers and owner-name fields
- Inspect JPG, HEIC, TIFF, PNG (with EXIF), and WebP
- Verify locally — DevTools → Network confirms no upload
Frequently asked questions
How do I view EXIF data from a photo online for free?
Drop your photo onto the upload area. ToolChop reads the embedded EXIF, GPS, IPTC, and XMP metadata directly in your browser and groups it into readable panels — Camera & capture, Date & time, Serial & ownership, GPS, and more. No account, no upload, no daily limit.
Does ToolChop upload my photo?
No. The image and all its metadata stay in your browser. That is essential — the whole point of inspecting metadata is to see what would leak if you posted the file, and uploading it first to a 'metadata viewer' defeats that purpose entirely.
Why is the privacy story for a metadata viewer especially important?
Image metadata is one of the highest-impact data leaks online. A single photo can include the exact GPS coordinates where it was taken, the camera's unique serial number (often traceable to its purchaser), the owner's name, the device model, and a precise capture timestamp. Anyone who downloads or right-click-saves the file can read all of that. ToolChop runs the inspector entirely in your browser so you can see what is in there without sharing it any further.
What metadata does ToolChop read?
EXIF (camera make/model/lens, exposure, ISO, flash, orientation, capture timestamps, serial numbers), GPS (latitude/longitude/altitude), IPTC (description, keywords, copyright — added by photo editing software), and XMP (Adobe metadata used by Lightroom and Photoshop).
Why does ToolChop warn about GPS coordinates?
Because GPS is the highest-risk leak. Modern phones embed exact lat/lon in every photo you take (unless you turn it off in privacy settings). A photo of your living room posted on a forum then tells the world where you live. ToolChop shows the coordinates and a one-click OpenStreetMap link so the risk is impossible to miss.
What file formats are supported?
JPG/JPEG, HEIC, TIFF, PNG (when EXIF is embedded in the iTXt chunk), and WebP (Extended VP8X with EXIF chunk). RAW formats supported by the underlying library also work. PNGs typically have no metadata at all — that is not a bug, it is a property of PNG.
Can I strip the metadata?
Not directly in this tool — but the easiest way is to re-encode the image. Run it through our Compress Image, Image Cropper, or any other re-encoding tool and the metadata is dropped automatically (canvas re-encoding does not preserve EXIF). The result is a clean image with the visible content intact and the metadata removed.
Why does my PNG show no metadata?
Standard PNGs do not include EXIF, GPS, or IPTC. Some workflows embed EXIF via the iTXt chunk, but most PNGs (especially screenshots) carry no metadata. If you need a PNG with no metadata, a screenshot is already safe.
Why are serial numbers and owner-name fields highlighted?
Because they uniquely identify the camera and often its purchaser. Manufacturers track which serial numbers shipped where, so a leaked serial can sometimes be traced back to the original buyer. Owner-name fields are often filled in automatically by camera firmware after the first sync with a smartphone or computer. ToolChop calls these out so you know what they reveal.
Can I trust the timestamps?
EXIF timestamps come from the camera's internal clock at capture time. They can be wrong if the camera's clock was not set, off in a different timezone, or deliberately modified. ToolChop shows whatever is in the file — accuracy depends on the camera that wrote them.
Is the metadata 100% complete?
ToolChop reads the standard EXIF, GPS, IPTC, and XMP segments — which covers virtually every meaningful field. Camera-specific maker-notes (proprietary blocks like Canon, Sony, Nikon submenus) are not decoded here; those rarely carry sensitive info but specialized viewers can decode them.
Why use ToolChop instead of an online EXIF viewer that uploads my photo?
The privacy contradiction. The reason you are inspecting metadata is almost always to find out what would leak if the file is shared. Uploading the file to a stranger's server to find that out is exactly the leak you are trying to avoid. ToolChop reads the metadata in your browser — you can verify in DevTools → Network that no request fires.