Forensic File Metadata Inspector
Conduct forensic privacy audits on your files before sending them to third parties. Inspect hidden EXIF camera tags, GPS coordinates, embedded author names, creation software, and audio ID3 tags in real time.
Drop an image (JPG, PNG, WebP) or PDF to inspect deep hidden metadata
100% processed locally in your browser — zero server uploads
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⚙️ How This Tool Works Locally
When you use this tool on PrivacyKit, every byte is processed directly in your device RAM.
- 1. No Network Traffic: No HTTP POST or PUT requests are made to any server. Your internet can even be disconnected.
- 2. Modern Native APIs: Computation uses native HTML5 Canvas, Web Cryptography (SubtleCrypto), and client-side binary parsers.
- 3. Zero Footprint: Closing this browser tab immediately frees the memory buffer. No persistent cookies or caches remain.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Metadata Viewer show?
It displays every hidden metadata tag embedded in the file container, including camera make and model, GPS location, creation software, author names, and timestamps.
Is my file uploaded to inspect its metadata?
No. The file is parsed locally using JavaScript binary readers (DataView / ArrayBuffer) directly in your browser.
How can I remove the metadata after viewing it?
PrivacyKit has dedicated 1-click removal tools for images (Image EXIF Remover), PDFs (PDF Metadata Remover), and audio files (MP3 Metadata Remover).
Can this tool read metadata from corrupted files?
It parses all standard header segments as long as the initial file container markers (such as JPEG SOI or PDF header) are intact.
Can I export the metadata report as JSON?
Yes. You can copy or download the entire structured metadata report as a clean JSON file.
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