- EXIF metadata contains information about the photo, such as date, location, and camera settings.
- Google Photos allows you to view this data, but editing it requires an additional application such as Photo Exif Editor.
- Specialized applications also allow you to completely remove metadata from an image.
- Some Xiaomi mobiles and Huawei allow you to automatically delete metadata when sharing images.
When we take a photo with our mobile phone Android, this usually includes additional information in the form of EXIF metadata. This data contains details such as the date and time of capture, camera settings and even geographic location if the geolocation feature was activated at the time. While this data can be useful for organizing and managing images, it can also pose a risk to the privacy when sharing photos on social networks or sending them to other people.
Fortunately, on Android we have multiple tools available to view, edit and even delete these EXIF metadataThroughout this article, we will explore various ways to manage this information, whether manually, using Google Photos, or with specialized applications designed to modify this data. To learn more about how Google Photos works, you can check out our article on How to save Google images on an Android smartphone.
How to view EXIF metadata on Android?
Before you modify or delete this data, it's helpful to know how to access it. The easiest way to do this is by using a gallery app or Google Photos, which comes preinstalled on many Android devices. To view an image's metadata, follow these steps:
- Open the image in Google Photos or your mobile gallery.
- Swipe up on the image or tap the three dots icon in the top right corner.
- The details of the photo will appear, including the date, resolution, camera settings and if the location is registered.
If you only need to view this information without modifying it, this method is more than sufficient. However, if you want to change or delete certain data, you'll need to use additional methods.
Edit an Image's EXIF Data on Android
If instead of removing the metadata, you want to edit themFor example, to modify the location or capture date, you need a specialized application. Among the most recommended options is Photo Exif Editor, a free app with a simple interface that allows you to modify the EXIF data of photos. For more details about the apps, you can check out the article on How to allow third-party features on Android.
To modify image data using Photo Exif Editor:
- Download the application from Google Play Store and install it on your mobile.
- Open it and select the image you want to edit.
- Access the details and change the information you want, such as the date, camera settings, or location.
- Save your changes and the updated image will be overwritten or saved as a new one, depending on your preference.
Modifying this data can be useful if the information in the photo is not accurate or if you want to reorganize your album with more specific data. If you want to learn how to change the date of a file, check out our guide on How to change the date of a file in Windows 7.
Remove EXIF metadata from photos on Android
If your goal is to completely eliminate the image metadata To protect your privacy, there are several ways to do so. Some devices allow you to delete your location directly from the native gallery, but if you want to delete all data, you'll need an app like Photo Exif Editor o EXIF Pro.
To remove EXIF metadata from an image:
- Open Photo Exif Editor or EXIF Pro and select the image.
- Look for the option to view metadata.
- Click the delete option and select all the data you want to delete.
- Save the image without the metadata.
Remove metadata when sharing from Xiaomi and Huawei phones
Some manufacturers have incorporated functions that allow automatically remove metadata when sharing images. For example, on mobile phones Xiaomi with MIUI 12 and in Huawei with EMUI 11 You can activate this option in the gallery settings:
- On Xiaomi: go to Gallery > Settings > Secure Sharing and activate the option to delete data when sharing.
- On Huawei: When you select an image to share, tap “Privacy Options” and turn on metadata removal.
This option is especially useful for those who frequently share images and don't want to worry about manually removing data each time. Thanks to these tools and settings, you can take full control of the EXIF data in your images. Whether you want Edit or delete metadata with EXIF on Android, there are options available for every need, ensuring greater privacy when sharing your photos on social media or with friends.
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