Free Online EXIF & Metadata Viewer (EXIF, XMP & IPTC)
What is EXIF data?
EXIF data is the hidden information a camera or phone writes into every photo: the camera and lens, the exposure settings, the date and time and often the GPS location. Videos, PDFs and Office files carry the same kind of image metadata in XMP and IPTC, along with the software that made them and sometimes the author's name.
This free EXIF viewer reads that hidden layer and shows it in plain language. Use it as an EXIF reader to check camera settings, to see where and when a photo was taken, to find the prompt behind an AI image, or to check what a file reveals before you share it. It works in your browser and needs no account.
- Camera and lens
- Date and time
- GPS location
- Software and AI prompts
- Author and copyright
How to view EXIF data online
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Add your file
Drop a photo, video or document into the box at the top, paste an image, or enter the file's web address.
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Read the metadata
In a few seconds you see the key details first: where and when it was taken, the camera, the settings. Every EXIF, XMP and IPTC field follows below.
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Save or clean it
Download the metadata as a PDF report, JSON or CSV, or remove it from the file before you share it.
Which files? Photos (JPG, HEIC, PNG, WebP, TIFF and RAW files such as CR3, NEF, ARW and DNG), videos (MP4, MOV, MKV), audio, PDFs and Word, Excel and PowerPoint files.
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ExifTools.com Features
100% Free
Completely free to use with no hidden costs. No registration required. Start analyzing your files instantly.
Easy File Upload
Simply drag & drop files or paste URLs to instantly analyze metadata from any supported file type. Supports batch uploads.
Deep Analysis
Extract and view comprehensive metadata including EXIF, XMP, IPTC, GPS coordinates, camera settings and more.
Universal Support
Process 100+ file formats including RAW images, HDR, panoramas, documents, audio, video and archives.
Lightning Fast
Advanced processing engine analyzes files in milliseconds. Handle large batches of files with no waiting - get instant results every time.
Export PDF Reports
Download professional PDF metadata reports with one click. Includes key file information, GPS maps, embedded images, and full EXIF data — perfect for documentation, archiving, and sharing.
Metadata extraction API
The same extraction is available as a REST API. Send a file, a URL or a base64 string with your API key and get every EXIF, XMP and IPTC tag back as JSON, ready for your app or workflow.
- Upload a file, URL or base64
- JSON with every tag
- API key authentication
- Same engine as ExifTools.com
➜ ~ curl -X POST https://exiftools.com/api/v1/extract \
-H "X-API-Key: $EXIFTOOLS_KEY" \
-F "file=@IMG_2041.jpg" | jq
{
"success": true,
"status": "completed",
"fileName": "IMG_2041.jpg",
"metadata": {
"EXIF": {
"Make": "Canon",
"Model": "Canon EOS R5",
"DateTimeOriginal": "2024:01:15 14:30:25",
"ISO": 200,
…
},
"IPTC": {
"By-line": "John Doe",
"CopyrightNotice": "© 2024",
…
}
}
}
➜ ~ Frequently Asked Questions
What is EXIF data?
EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format) data contains information about your photos, including camera settings, date/time, location, and more. This metadata is automatically embedded by your camera when you take a photo.
What file formats are supported?
ExifTools.com supports a wide range of file formats including:
- Images (JPEG, TIFF, PNG, GIF, BMP, RAW)
- Documents (PDF, DOC, XLS)
- Audio/Video (MP3, MP4, MOV)
- Archives (ZIP, RAR)
- Metadata formats (XMP, IPTC, ICC)
What metadata can I view?
Depending on the file type, you can view various metadata including:
- Basic Information (date, time, creator)
- Camera Settings (for photos)
- GPS Data (if available)
- Technical Details (format, size, encoding)
Is my data secure?
Your files are sent over an encrypted connection, processed on our servers and deleted automatically after about 24 hours. The metadata we extract is kept on a results page with its own link, which you can share; pages with rich metadata can also appear in search engines. To have a page removed from search engines or deleted, use "Report this page" on it.
Is this service free?
Yes, ExifTools.com is completely free to use! There are no hidden costs.
Do I need to create an account?
No, you don't need to create an account to use ExifTools.com. Simply upload your files or paste a URL, and you'll get instant results. No registration required!
Can I process multiple files at once?
Yes! Our bulk file processing feature allows you to upload and analyze multiple files simultaneously. Simply drag and drop multiple files or select them from your file browser. Our advanced processing engine handles batch uploads efficiently, making it perfect for photographers, content creators, and businesses working with large collections of files.
What's the maximum file size?
We support files up to 2 GB. Big files, such as long videos, upload in pieces: if your connection drops, only the last piece is sent again. You can also load a file straight from its web address.
Can I download metadata as a PDF report?
Yes! After extracting metadata, click the "Download PDF" button to generate a professional PDF report. The report includes key file information, full EXIF data tables, embedded images, GPS location maps, and file hashes. It's perfect for documentation, forensic analysis, archiving, and sharing metadata with clients or colleagues.
Do you offer an API for developers?
Yes! We provide a powerful REST API that allows you to integrate EXIF metadata extraction into your applications. Our API supports all the same file formats and metadata types as the web interface. You can make simple HTTP requests to extract metadata from images, documents, audio, and video files. Visit our API documentation page to get started with your API key and view integration examples.