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HEIC to JPG
Convert iPhone HEIC photos to JPG, PNG or WebP in bulk, with location data removed.
How it works
Remove Photo Metadata (EXIF and GPS)
Photos can reveal where you live, what device you use and when they were taken. See exactly what's hidden in each file, then remove it without re-compressing the image.
Each file shows what was found, like GPS location, camera and date, before it's removed. Image data is copied byte for byte, so quality never changes.
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Drop in your JPG, PNG or WebP photos.
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Each photo shows the metadata that was found, such as GPS location and camera model, and what was removed.
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Download the clean photos one by one or as a zip, then share them safely.
About this tool
What's hidden inside your photos?
Most cameras and phones embed EXIF metadata in every photo: the exact GPS coordinates where it was taken, the date and time, the camera or phone model, lens, software, and sometimes the owner's name or the device serial number. Some platforms strip this when you upload, but email, messaging apps, file-sharing services and your own website often don't.
This tool lists the privacy-sensitive data it finds in each file, then removes EXIF, XMP, IPTC and comment blocks. Unlike tools that re-save the image, the compressed image data is copied byte for byte, so quality is exactly the same. The colour profile is kept so colours don't shift, and photos that rely on rotation data stay upright.
See before you strip
GPS coordinates, camera, lens, date, software and owner are listed per photo.
Truly lossless
Only metadata is removed. Image data isn't re-encoded, so there's zero quality loss.
Stays upright
Orientation is preserved without keeping any other EXIF data.
JPG, PNG and WebP
Clean a batch of mixed formats and download them as a zip.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is EXIF data?
EXIF is information a camera or phone stores inside a photo: settings such as exposure and ISO, the device model, the date and time and often the GPS location. It's invisible when you view the photo but easy to read with the right software.
How do I remove the location from a photo?
Drop the photo in and download the cleaned version. GPS coordinates are removed along with the rest of the EXIF data. The original file on your device isn't changed.
Does removing metadata reduce image quality?
No. The compressed image data is copied exactly; only the metadata blocks are removed.
Do social media sites remove metadata?
Most large social networks strip EXIF from public uploads, but email, messaging apps, cloud links, forums and your own website often keep it. Cleaning photos yourself is the safe default.
Can I remove metadata from HEIC photos?
Convert them with HEIC to JPG first. The converted files don't include location or camera data.
Are my files uploaded anywhere?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your files and text never leave your device, so it's safe for private or confidential work.
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