Sharing guide

Why remove image metadata before sharing?

Image files can include extra information beyond the visible pixels. Depending on the camera, phone, editor, and export settings, metadata may describe device details, capture settings, software, timestamps, or location.

Creator risk

Many creators share drafts quickly: thumbnails, location photos, examples, mood boards, and screenshots. When a file is private or client-related, it is worth removing unnecessary hidden data before sending it around.

Local re-encoding

One simple approach is to decode the image in the browser and export a fresh file. The new file contains the visible image but does not copy common embedded metadata from the original.

Keep originals

Always keep the source file. A metadata-removed image is meant for sharing, not for archival editing.