Remove Location Data from Photos
Geotags are map pins inside the file. Confirm coordinates below, then strip them before the photo leaves your phone.
Inspect metadata
Client-side only. High-risk rows are labeled in the results table.
- Runs entirely in your browser — no upload to Rewipe servers.
- Max file size: 12.00 MB.
- Images can be wiped and downloaded here (client-side). Full mobile privacy pass stays in the Rewipe app.
Quick answer
Location data in photos is usually GPS in EXIF. Inspect for latitude/longitude on this page (client-side). Wipe geotags in Rewipe before sharing so recipients cannot read where you stood.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Also called | Geotag / GPS EXIF |
| Not fixed by | Cropping the image alone |
| Inspect | Browser table of GPS fields |
| Wipe | Rewipe clean copy |
When location data hurts
- Home listings and “for sale” driveway shots
- Kids’ events near schools or houses
- Travel posts that reveal the hotel you’re in tonight
- Client job-site photos forwarded widely
Location vs other risks
| Risk type | Where it lives | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| GPS / geotag | EXIF metadata | Strip tags |
| Landmark in frame | Pixels | Crop / rethink share |
| Device name | EXIF | Strip tags |
Strip location data
- Inspect for GPS rows. Use the drop zone; look for latitude/longitude.
- Wipe in Rewipe. Remove location and related EXIF.
- Share the clean file. Attach the scrubbed copy only.
Why this guide exists separately
- Focused on geotags — not a full EXIF dump article
- Cross-platform (iPhone and Android)
- Pairs with platform-specific GPS pages without copying them
- Table + bullets for crawlers and AI answers
Location data FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is this the same as “Remove iPhone GPS”? | No. That page is iOS-specific. This one is the cross-platform geotag intent. |
| Does disabling location delete old geotags? | No. Re-shared older photos still need a wipe. |