WhatsApp Photo Metadata Checker
Check WhatsApp photo metadata or compare an original image with a sent copy to see whether EXIF, GPS, device, or software data remains.
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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
Privacy Level
High privacy: temporary processing, internal engines first, and automatic deletion after 5 minutes.
Related GuideWhat it detects
- EXIF
- GPSLatitude
- GPSLongitude
- Software
- Make
- Model
- FileModifyDate
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
WhatsApp Photo Metadata Checker is tuned for image privacy checks, so the guidance below focuses on the metadata fields people usually miss for this file type.
Best For
- Check WhatsApp image privacy
- Compare original and sent copies
- Review photos sent as documents
Metadata Fields Checked
- EXIF
- GPSLatitude
- GPSLongitude
- Software
- Make
- Model
- FileModifyDate
Recommended Workflow
- Upload the WhatsApp photo
- Scan remaining metadata
- Compare with the original if available
- Clean the file if sensitive data remains
Detection and Removal Scope
Privacy 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.
Does WhatsApp always remove metadata?
Not always in the same way; sending as a photo or document can create different results.
Can I compare the original and WhatsApp copy?
Yes. The compare action shows fields that stayed, changed or disappeared.
What metadata can WhatsApp Photo Metadata Checker detect or remove?
WhatsApp Photo Metadata Checker focuses on EXIF data, GPS location, camera model, XMP/IPTC tags, hidden thumbnails, and software history. It shows privacy categories first and removes supported hidden data when safely possible.
Is WhatsApp Photo Metadata Checker free to use online?
Yes. WhatsApp Photo Metadata Checker is free to use online for supported image 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 .JPG, .JPEG, .PNG, .WEBP, .HEIC, .HEIF, .AVIF. 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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