What is EXIF Reader?
EXIF Reader is a free, privacy-focused tool that extracts and displays EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) metadata from digital photos. View camera settings, GPS location, timestamps, and technical details embedded in your images—all processed locally in your browser without uploading files to any server.
How to Use EXIF Reader
Simply upload any image file (JPEG, PNG, TIFF, etc.) using the file selector. The tool instantly extracts and displays EXIF data in organized categories: camera information (make, model, lens), photo settings (ISO, aperture, shutter speed, focal length), timestamps, GPS coordinates if available, and complete raw metadata. All processing happens client-side for maximum privacy.
Key Features of EXIF Reader
100% client-side processing ensures your images never leave your device. View organized camera details, photo settings, location data, and timestamps. Browse complete raw EXIF metadata with all tags and values. Support for multiple image formats including JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and RAW files. Fast extraction with instant results and image preview.
Common Use Cases
Photographers use EXIF Reader to review camera settings and improve their technique. Verify image authenticity and check for manipulation by examining metadata. Organize photo collections by camera, date, or location. Remove or verify location data before sharing photos online. Analyze professional photos to learn camera settings used by other photographers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is EXIF data?
EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) is metadata embedded in digital photos containing camera settings, timestamps, GPS coordinates, and other technical information automatically recorded when taking pictures.
Is my image data secure?
Yes, absolutely. All EXIF extraction happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your images are never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and data security.
Which image formats are supported?
EXIF Reader supports JPEG, PNG, TIFF, HEIC, and many RAW formats from major camera manufacturers. However, EXIF data availability varies by format—JPEG files typically contain the most complete metadata.
Why doesn't my image have EXIF data?
Some images may lack EXIF data if they've been processed by photo editing software that strips metadata, saved in formats that don't support EXIF, or shared through social media platforms that automatically remove metadata for privacy.
Can I see GPS coordinates?
Yes, if the photo was taken with a GPS-enabled device (like smartphones) and location services were enabled. The tool displays latitude and longitude coordinates when GPS data is embedded in the EXIF metadata.
What camera settings can I view?
You can view ISO speed, aperture (f-number), shutter speed (exposure time), focal length, white balance, metering mode, flash settings, camera make and model, lens information, and many other technical photography parameters.