Metadata Viewer
View metadata from any file type. Extract checksums, file properties, EXIF data, camera settings, GPS coordinates, and more.
About Metadata Viewer
Overview
The Metadata Viewer allows you to inspect metadata from any file type. This tool reveals detailed information about files including checksums, file properties, EXIF data from images, camera settings, GPS coordinates, timestamps, and technical details. All metadata extraction happens entirely in your browser, ensuring your files remain private and secure.
Features
- Extract metadata from all file types: images, documents, videos, audio, archives, and more
- Calculate file checksums (MD5, SHA-256, SHA-1) for data integrity verification
- Display basic file information: name, size, MIME type, extension, category, and modification date
- Extract EXIF data from JPEG, PNG, TIFF, WebP, HEIC, and HEIF images
- Display camera information: make, model, exposure settings, ISO, focal length
- Show GPS coordinates and location data if available
- View image properties: dimensions, color space, orientation
- Display timestamps and software information
- Copy all metadata to clipboard with one click
- Export metadata as JSON file for documentation or analysis
- File preview with dimensions and file size for images, file icon for other types
- Organized metadata display in collapsible sections
- Completely browser-based - no server uploads, your data stays private
- Dark mode support for comfortable viewing
- Responsive design works on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
How to Use
- Upload any file by clicking "Browse File", dragging and dropping a file onto the upload area, or pasting from clipboard (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V)
- The tool automatically extracts and displays all available metadata from the file
- Browse through different metadata sections: File Information, Checksums, Camera Information, GPS Location, and more
- Copy all metadata to clipboard or export it as a JSON file for further analysis
- View file preview (for images) or file information alongside its metadata
FAQ
What types of metadata can I view?
The tool extracts basic file information (name, size, type, checksums) from any file, plus specialized metadata like EXIF data from images (camera settings, GPS coordinates, timestamps), and embedded metadata from other file types when available.
Why would I want to view file metadata?
Viewing metadata helps you verify file integrity with checksums, understand file properties, check when and where photos were taken, learn camera settings, organize files, verify authenticity, and troubleshoot file issues.
What are checksums and why are they useful?
Checksums (MD5, SHA-256, SHA-1) are unique digital fingerprints calculated from file contents. They help verify file integrity - if a file changes even slightly, its checksum will be completely different. This is useful for ensuring downloads weren't corrupted and verifying file authenticity.
Can I see GPS location from any file?
GPS coordinates are only visible in files that contain location data, primarily photos taken with GPS-enabled devices. Most smartphones add GPS data automatically to photos, but other file types rarely contain location information.
Is my file uploaded to a server?
No, all processing happens entirely in your browser. Your file is read locally using JavaScript, and the metadata is extracted without any network upload. Your files never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy.
Why do some files show no metadata?
Files may have no embedded metadata if they were created by software that doesn't add it, or if metadata was stripped during processing. Some file formats simply don't support embedded metadata. However, basic file information (name, size, checksums) is always available.