Image metadata is typically called Exif data, and it can include date/time of capture, GPS information, type of camera used, and type of software used to edit the photo. If you share images on social media, anyone can potentially download it and view the exif data. Here’s how to remove photo metadata on iOS.
Removing Metadata
In order to view, edit, and remove photo metadata, you’ll have to use a third-party app. An app that I personally use is called Metapho. Another app I’ve found is called ImagExif. What I like about Metapho is it has a Safe Share option. You can quickly share photos with or without metadata directly to social media, or your camera roll.
Of course, photo metadata can be useful. You can use it to organize photos based on location, camera model, or date. This is why I only remove metadata when I share to sites like Facebook or Instagram. These websites don’t need to know where I took the photo, or when. Being able to remove photo metadata can give you peace of mind.
I also use Metapho.
Another positive thing about it is that the developer is responsive to user inquiries, which unfortunately is more an exception than the norm with iOS app developers I’ve had reason to contact.
Yes I have been using this app for a long time. It’s great. Works with videos too