What can a photo reveal?
Phones can save the exact latitude and longitude of every photo. If you post a picture taken at home, for example a product photo for a marketplace listing, that location can point straight to your address.
When should I remove photo location?
- Selling items on Facebook Marketplace, eBay, Craigslist or similar sites
- Sending photos by email or messaging apps
- Posting on forums, blogs or dating and rental listings
How to stop your phone adding location
iPhone: Settings → Privacy & Security → Location Services → Camera → Never.
Android: open the Camera app settings and turn off “Location tags” (the name varies by phone).
Frequently asked questions
Does removing the location reduce photo quality?
No. For JPG, PNG and WebP photos, only the hidden data is deleted. The image itself is not changed at all.
Do Facebook or Instagram remove location automatically?
Many large social networks remove it from photos they show publicly, but photos sent by email, messaging apps or file-sharing links often keep it. Removing it yourself is the safe option.
What else is hidden in a photo?
Often the phone or camera model, the date and time, editing software and sometimes a small preview image. This tool removes all of it.
Will my photo turn sideways after removing the data?
No. The tool keeps the one setting that controls rotation, so photos display the right way up.
Are my photos uploaded?
No. Everything happens in your browser, on your device.
