Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is MMS Metadata Remover?

It is a free tool that removes hidden metadata from your images, ensuring your photos remain private when sent via SMS/MMS.

2. How does MMS Metadata Remover work?

The tool uses the Exif.js library to extract metadata and then redraws the image on a canvas to strip out that metadata.

3. Why should I remove metadata from my photos?

Removing metadata protects your personal information such as location data, camera details, and timestamps from being shared unintentionally.

4. What types of metadata are removed?

The tool mainly removes standard EXIF metadata, including GPS coordinates, camera settings, and date/time information.

5. Is MMS Metadata Remover free to use?

Yes, the tool is completely free without any registration or hidden fees.

6. How secure is the metadata removal process?

Since the processing is performed in your browser, your image data remains private and is not sent to any external servers.

7. Can I preview the image before and after metadata removal?

Yes, you can view both the original image with its metadata and a preview of the cleaned image after the metadata has been removed.

8. Which image formats are supported?

The tool supports common image formats like JPEG and PNG, although it is optimized for JPEG images.

9. How can I download the cleaned image?

After metadata removal, a download link is provided so you can save the cleaned image directly to your device.

10. Are there any limitations to the metadata removal process?

While the tool effectively removes standard EXIF metadata, some advanced or proprietary metadata might not be entirely eliminated.