Your privacy
Remove hidden data from a photo
Photos often carry hidden EXIF metadata - including the exact GPS location where they were taken. Drop a photo to see what's inside, then download a clean copy. Your photo never leaves your device.
How this works
- The photo is read and re-saved entirely in your browser. It is never uploaded to us or anyone else - reload the page and it's gone.
Drop a photo here, or click to choose
JPEG, PNG, or WebP. Nothing is uploaded.
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A photo posted straight from your phone can reveal the GPS coordinates of your home. Removing metadata before sharing photos publicly - on Marketplace, dating apps, or social media - protects your location and routine.
Frequently asked questions
What hidden data does a photo contain?
Most phones embed EXIF metadata in every photo: the exact GPS coordinates where it was taken, the date and time, and the camera or phone model. None of it is visible in the picture, but it travels with the file when you share it.
Does removing metadata change how the photo looks?
No. The clean copy is rebuilt from the pixels alone, so it looks the same - only the hidden data (location, date, device) is gone. The file often ends up a little smaller too.
Is my photo uploaded to Cactus?
No. The photo is read, inspected, and re-saved entirely in your browser - it never leaves your device and nothing is stored. Reload the page and it's gone.