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EXIF Viewer

Extract and view hidden metadata (EXIF, IPTC, XMP) from JPEG, TIFF, PNG, HEIC, and WebP images. See camera make and model, ISO, aperture, shutter speed, date taken, and GPS coordinates. Everything runs 100% client-side in your browser to ensure complete privacy.

Drag & Drop an image here, or Click to Browse

Supports JPEG, HEIC, TIFF, WebP, PNG

What is the EXIF Viewer?

The FreeTechLearner EXIF Viewer extracts hidden metadata from image files. It displays detailed information about the camera, lens, exposure settings, date taken, and geographical location without sending your files to a server.

How to Use

  1. Drag and drop an image onto the upload zone, or click to select a file.
  2. Instantly view the extracted metadata organized by category (Camera, GPS, Date, etc.).
  3. Review the raw JSON output if needed.
  4. Copy the metadata or download it as JSON or TXT.

Common Use Cases

  • Photographers checking exposure settings (ISO, aperture, shutter speed) on past photos
  • Verifying if a photo contains sensitive GPS location data before sharing it online
  • Forensic analysis of digital images

Key Benefits

  • 100% private — files are processed locally in your browser
  • Supports JSON and TXT exports
  • Provides a clear warning if GPS coordinates are detected
  • Fast parsing of JPEG, WebP, PNG, and HEIC files

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EXIF data?

EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) is data embedded within image files by cameras and smartphones. It often includes camera settings (aperture, shutter speed, ISO), date and time, and even GPS coordinates.

Is my photo uploaded to a server?

No. This EXIF Viewer runs entirely in your web browser. Your photos never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy.

Why doesn\'t my image show GPS data?

GPS data is only recorded if location services were enabled on your camera or smartphone when the photo was taken. Additionally, many social media platforms strip metadata when you upload images.

Can EXIF data show my home address?

If you took a photo with your smartphone at home with Location Services turned on, the EXIF data will contain exact GPS coordinates (Latitude and Longitude) that pinpoint your house.

Do social media sites remove EXIF data?

Most major platforms (like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) automatically strip EXIF metadata when you upload a photo to protect user privacy. However, email attachments and personal blogs usually do not.

What is IPTC and XMP data?

In addition to EXIF (camera settings), professional photographers use IPTC and XMP metadata to embed copyright information, author names, and descriptive keywords directly into the file.

Can EXIF data be faked or edited?

Yes. EXIF data is just text hidden inside the image file. Anyone with the right software can easily alter or delete this information, so it cannot be used as absolute proof of authenticity.

Why does my screenshot have no EXIF data?

Screenshots are generated by your computer\'s operating system, not a camera sensor. Therefore, they do not contain camera settings, focal lengths, or GPS data.

What is ISO and Shutter Speed?

These are camera exposure settings often found in EXIF data. ISO measures sensor sensitivity to light, and shutter speed measures how long the camera\'s shutter remained open.

Is it safe to upload my photo to this viewer?

Yes, because you aren\'t actually uploading it anywhere! The EXIF Viewer reads the file locally on your computer\'s hard drive using browser APIs.

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