Image Metadata Editor

An image metadata editor is a tool that lets you view, edit, or remove hidden information embedded in your photos. This metadata includes details like camera settings, location data, copyright info, and timestamps.

How Does an Image Metadata Editor Work?

1. Upload Your Image

• Drag and drop or select an image file (JPG, PNG, HEIC, RAW, etc.).
• The tool reads the existing metadata without altering the original file.

2. Edit Metadata

The editor displays different metadata categories:

• EXIF Data – Camera model, exposure settings (shutter speed, aperture, ISO), and date taken.
• IPTC Data – Captions, copyright info, keywords, and contact details.
• XMP Data – Adobe-specific editing history and custom metadata.
• GPS Data – Location coordinates (if available).

You can:
✔ Modify text fields (e.g., change copyright info).
✔ Delete sensitive data (e.g., remove GPS location).
✔ Add new metadata (e.g., keywords for SEO).

3. Save or Download

• After editing, export the image with updated metadata.
• Some tools let you strip all metadata for privacy.

Why Use an Image Metadata Editor?

• Photographers – Add copyright before sharing images online.
• Privacy – Remove location data before posting on social media.
• SEO – Insert keywords to improve image search rankings.
• Organization – Standardize metadata for digital libraries.

Does It Affect Image Quality?

No. Metadata editing only changes the embedded information, not the actual pixels of the image.

Best Free Online Tools

• ExifTool (Advanced) – Command-line tool for bulk editing.
• PhotoME (Desktop) – Detailed metadata viewer/editor.
• Online Editors – Quick edits without software (browser-based).

This tool is useful for photographers, marketers, and anyone concerned about privacy in their digital images.