Spreadsheet Metadata Cleaner
Clean spreadsheet metadata such as workbook author, last editor, application, company, revision, template, and hidden document properties from XLSX, CSV, TSV, and ODS workflows.
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Supported File Types
How It Works
Upload your file
Scan metadata
Remove, edit, compare, or generate report
Download your cleaned file
Files are automatically deleted after 5 minutes
What gets removed
- author names
- document properties
What stays safe
- File content
- Image, audio, video, or document quality
- Dimensions and colors
- Pages, layout, and readable content when possible
Why this page is specific
Spreadsheet Metadata Cleaner is tuned for spreadsheet privacy checks, so the guidance below focuses on the metadata fields people usually miss for this file type.
Best For
- Sharing spreadsheets publicly
- Checking spreadsheets before client delivery
- Reducing privacy risk before upload
Metadata Fields Checked
- creator
- lastModifiedBy
- Application
- Company
- Workbook
- Revision
Recommended Workflow
- Upload supported spreadsheets
- Review detected fields and risk score
- Choose the needed action
- Download before automatic deletion
Detection and Removal Scope
Privacy Level
High privacy: temporary processing, internal engines first, automatic deletion after 5 minutes.
Related GuidePrivacy Notice
Files are processed in your browser whenever possible. Some advanced file types may require secure temporary server processing. Uploaded and processed files are automatically deleted after 5 minutes.
Limitations
This tool removes common and supported metadata fields. Some complex files may contain hidden data that requires advanced processing. Always review cleaned files before sharing sensitive information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers to help you choose the right metadata tool and share files more safely.
What is this tool best for?
Use it for spreadsheets when author names, document properties should be checked before sharing.
Is my file private?
Files are temporary, internal engines run first, and all files are deleted after 5 minutes.
What metadata can Spreadsheet Metadata Cleaner detect or remove?
Spreadsheet Metadata Cleaner focuses on author, company, workbook properties, app history, comments, and hidden metadata. It shows privacy categories first and removes supported hidden data when safely possible.
Is Spreadsheet Metadata Cleaner free to use online?
Yes. Spreadsheet Metadata Cleaner is free to use online for supported spreadsheet workflows. It uses browser-first processing when possible and secure temporary server processing for advanced formats.
Are my files stored permanently?
No. Files are processed temporarily and private download links expire. The cleaned file is automatically deleted after 5 minutes.
Which file formats are supported?
This page supports .XLSX, .ODS, .CSV, .TSV. The uploader still checks extension, file size, MIME type, and file signature before processing.
Will cleaning metadata reduce quality?
The goal is to keep the visible file usable. Some formats can be cleaned without changing content; others may need safe rewriting or fallback processing.
Can I preview metadata before cleaning?
Yes. When metadata can be read safely, the page shows general categories such as GPS, author, device, software, and creation date without exposing full sensitive values.
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File Size Limits
- Images: 5 MB
- PDF: 30 MB
- Video: 100 MB
- Audio: 20 MB
- Office documents: 30 MB
- Spreadsheets: 30 MB
For your privacy, this file will be automatically deleted after 5 minutes.
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