Solution
Remove EXIF data and GPS timestamps — locally
Camera metadata can contain sensitive information: GPS coordinates, device identifiers, timestamps, and software versions. Re-encode in your browser to strip this data before sharing.
Decode and re-encode in the browser to get fresh pixels without EXIF blobs — without a service ever seeing your raw file.
Pair it with ZIP export to hand whole sets cleanly to a CMS or client.
Key benefits
- Strips EXIF, GPS, IPTC, and XMP metadata on re-encode
- No service ever receives your raw file or its embedded metadata
- Batch process entire sets of photos at once
- Works for JPEG, PNG, WebP, and AVIF outputs
Common use cases
- Photographers removing GPS data from photos before publication
- Agencies stripping client metadata before web upload
- Healthcare teams removing device identifiers from clinical images
- Legal teams preparing evidence images with metadata removed
How it works
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Drop JPEG or PNG files into the tool
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The codec re-encodes the image, discarding metadata
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Download the clean output — EXIF and GPS are absent from re-encoded files
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Verify output with an EXIF viewer before publication
Limitations and realistic expectations
Metadata removal is best-effort. Not all container formats expose all metadata to the WASM codecs. Always verify output files with an independent EXIF viewer before use in sensitive contexts. ConV does not guarantee legal compliance.
Frequently asked questions
Does ConV remove GPS data from photos?
Re-encoding through ConV removes metadata including GPS in most cases. Verify output files with an EXIF viewer if complete removal is required.
Are my images uploaded for metadata removal?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser. Your original files and their metadata never leave your device.
Does metadata removal guarantee GDPR compliance?
ConV does not provide legal advice. Removing identifiable metadata is a step towards data minimization, but your specific GDPR obligations depend on your context and use case.
Can I strip metadata from PNG files?
Yes. ConV re-encodes PNG files, which removes embedded metadata. Output PNG files will not contain the original metadata.
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