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Strip hidden EXIF data from photos and metadata from PDFsSecure, instant, and completely private — our free EXIF remover and PDF cleaner work entirely in your browser

Free EXIF Remover & PDF Metadata Cleaner

Remove metadata from photos and documents in seconds. Our free online tool strips EXIF data, GPS locations, and hidden information from your files—all without uploading anything to our servers.

What is Metadata?

Metadata is hidden information embedded in your files. When you take a photo with your phone, it automatically stores EXIF data like GPS location, date, time, camera model, and even camera settings. PDF documents can contain author names, edit history, and computer details.

While this data can be useful, it can also compromise your privacy when you share files online. Metadata can reveal where you live, work, or travel, putting your personal safety at risk. Want to learn more about EXIF data and why you should remove it?

Why Remove Metadata?

Protect your privacy, security, and professional reputation

Privacy Protection

Prevent strangers from learning your home address, workplace, or daily routines from photos you share on social media or professional platforms.

Security

Journalists, activists, and anyone concerned about surveillance can protect their identity and location by stripping metadata before sharing files.

Professional Use

Clean up documents before sending them to clients or posting online to avoid revealing sensitive business information or edit histories.

How It Works

Three simple steps to protect your privacy

1

Upload File

Select your image or document

2

Remove Metadata

Processed locally in your browser

3

Download Clean File

Your privacy-protected file

Our streamlined process ensures your files are processed quickly and securely, with all metadata removed before you download your privacy-protected files.

Metadata Removal FAQ: Common Questions About EXIF & PDF Privacy

Everything you need to know about metadata removal

Is it really free?+
Yes, ByeMetadata is completely free with no limits. You can remove metadata from as many files as you want, whenever you want. No registration, no credit card, no catches.
Are my files uploaded to your server?+
No. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your files never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and security.
What file types are supported?+
We support common image formats (JPEG, PNG, HEIC) for EXIF removal, PDF files for metadata stripping, and document formats (DOC, DOCX). More formats are being added regularly.
How do I strip metadata from PDF files?+
Simply drag and drop your PDF file into ByeMetadata or click to browse. Our tool will strip all metadata from your PDF, including author name, creation date, software used, edit history, and document properties. The cleaned PDF downloads automatically, ready to share privately. Unlike other tools, everything happens in your browser—no upload required.
Will removing metadata affect my file quality?+
No. We only remove the hidden metadata, not the actual content of your file. Your images will look identical, and your documents will remain fully readable.
Can I use this on mobile devices?+
Yes! ByeMetadata works on all modern browsers, including mobile browsers on iOS and Android. The interface is fully responsive and touch-friendly.