How to Use This EXIF Viewer
Upload Your File
Drag and drop your file or click to browse. You can also paste a URL to an online file.
Automatic Analysis
Our tool automatically extracts and organizes all available metadata from your file.
View Results
Browse through organized tabs to see camera settings, timestamps, GPS data, and more.
What is EXIF Metadata?
EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) metadata is hidden information stored within digital files. Our online EXIF metadata viewer allows you to extract and analyze this embedded data from images, videos, audio files, and documents without installing any software.
We use ExifTool - the industry-standard metadata extraction library trusted by professionals worldwide.
Types of Metadata Information
The metadata contained in your files varies by type and creation method:
📷 Image Metadata (EXIF)
- Camera make, model, and settings
- GPS coordinates and location data
- Date and time of capture
- Aperture, shutter speed, ISO
- Lens information and focal length
- Flash settings and white balance
🎵 Audio/Video Metadata
- Codec and format information
- Duration and bitrate
- Artist, album, and title tags
- Creation date and software used
- Resolution and frame rate (video)
- Sample rate and channels (audio)
📄 Document Metadata
- Author and creator information
- Creation and modification dates
- Software application used
- Document properties and statistics
- Keywords and subject tags
- Print and page settings
🔒 Privacy & Security Data
- Copyright and ownership info
- User comments and descriptions
- Device serial numbers
- Software version details
- Editing history and changes
- Thumbnail images
Supported File Formats
Our metadata extractor supports over 50 file formats across multiple categories:
🖼️ Image Formats
- JPEG/JPG
- PNG
- TIFF/TIF
- WebP
- GIF
- BMP
- SVG
- HEIC/HEIF
- RAW formats
🎬 Video Formats
- MP4
- AVI
- MOV
- MKV
- WMV
- FLV
- 3GP
- WebM
- MPEG
🎵 Audio Formats
- MP3
- FLAC
- WAV
- M4A
- OGG
- WMA
- ALAC
- AAC
- AIFF
📄 Document Formats
- DOC/DOCX
- XLS/XLSX
- PPT/PPTX
- TXT
- RTF
- ZIP
- JSON
- XML
Don't see your format? Our tool supports many additional formats not listed above. Try uploading your file - it might work!
Why Use Our EXIF Metadata Viewer?
Privacy Focused
Your files are processed securely and never stored on our servers. Complete privacy protection.
Fast & Reliable
Instant metadata extraction powered by professional-grade ExifTool. No waiting, no delays.
Completely Free
No registration, no limits, no hidden costs. Professional metadata analysis at no charge.
Common Use Cases
📸 Photography Analysis
Analyze camera settings, check photo authenticity, and learn from other photographers' techniques.
🔍 Digital Forensics
Investigate file origins, verify timestamps, and extract hidden information for legal purposes.
🛡️ Privacy Protection
Check what personal information your files contain before sharing them online.
📊 Media Organization
Sort and organize your media library based on metadata like creation date, camera used, or location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EXIF and metadata?
EXIF is a specific type of metadata used primarily for images. Metadata is the broader term for any embedded information in digital files, including EXIF for images, ID3 tags for audio, and document properties for office files.
Can I remove metadata from my files?
Our tool is designed for viewing metadata only. To remove metadata, you'll need specialized software or photo editing applications that offer metadata stripping features.
Is there a file size limit?
Yes, we currently support files up to 50MB in size. This covers most common use cases while ensuring fast processing times.
Do you store my uploaded files?
No, we prioritize your privacy. Files are processed temporarily and immediately deleted after metadata extraction. We never store or access your personal files.
Why can't I see GPS data in some photos?
GPS data is only embedded when location services are enabled on the camera or device. Many users disable this feature for privacy, and some social media platforms automatically strip location data when you upload photos.
Can I use this tool for commercial purposes?
Yes, our metadata viewer is free for both personal and commercial use. However, please respect copyright and privacy laws when analyzing files that don't belong to you.
Related Tools & Resources
📚 Learning Resources
- • Understanding camera EXIF settings
- • Digital forensics and metadata analysis
- • Privacy implications of embedded data
- • Professional photography workflows
- • File format specifications and standards