Image Metadata Extractor

Extract comprehensive metadata from images including EXIF, IPTC, XMP, and technical information

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Maximum file size: 50MB Supported formats: image/jpeg, image/jpg, image/tiff, image/png, image/webp, image/heif, image/avif

Extract EXIF metadata (camera settings, GPS, etc.)

Extract IPTC metadata (copyright, keywords, etc.)

Extract XMP metadata (extended properties, etc.)

Include technical image information and statistics

Key Facts

Category
Images, Audio & Video
Input Types
file, checkbox
Output Type
html
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The Image Metadata Extractor is a powerful utility designed to reveal the hidden technical and descriptive data embedded within your image files, including EXIF, IPTC, XMP, and core technical properties.

When to Use

  • •Verify camera settings like shutter speed, ISO, and focal length from original photos.
  • •Check for copyright, creator information, or keywords embedded in professional image files.
  • •Audit image technical specifications such as color space, dimensions, and compression details.

How It Works

  • •Upload your image file (JPEG, TIFF, PNG, WEBP, HEIF, or AVIF) to the tool.
  • •Select the specific metadata categories you wish to extract, such as EXIF, IPTC, or XMP.
  • •Click the extract button to instantly view a comprehensive report of all embedded data.

Use Cases

Photographers verifying camera settings for post-processing consistency.
Digital asset managers checking copyright and licensing metadata.
Web developers auditing image technical properties for optimization.

Examples

1. Verifying Camera Settings

Professional Photographer
Background
A photographer needs to confirm the exact lens and aperture used for a specific shot to replicate the style.
Problem
The camera settings were not manually recorded at the time of the shoot.
How to Use
Upload the original JPEG file and ensure 'Include EXIF Data' is checked.
Outcome
The tool displays the exact focal length, aperture, and shutter speed used for the capture.

2. Checking Copyright Information

Content Editor
Background
An editor needs to ensure that an image sourced from a library contains the correct creator attribution.
Problem
The image file lacks a visible watermark or caption.
How to Use
Upload the image file and enable 'Include IPTC Data' to scan for embedded copyright strings.
Outcome
The tool extracts the 'Copyright' and 'Creator' fields from the IPTC metadata, confirming the image's licensing status.

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FAQ

What file formats are supported?

The tool supports JPEG, JPG, TIFF, PNG, WEBP, HEIF, and AVIF formats.

Can I see GPS coordinates?

Yes, if the image contains GPS data within its EXIF metadata, it will be extracted and displayed.

Is my image uploaded to a server?

The tool processes your file to extract metadata, but it does not store your images permanently.

What is the difference between EXIF and IPTC?

EXIF typically contains technical camera settings, while IPTC is used for descriptive information like captions and copyright.

Is there a file size limit?

Yes, the maximum file size for uploads is 50 MB.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/image-metadata

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
imageFile file (Upload required) Yes -
includeExif checkbox No Extract EXIF metadata (camera settings, GPS, etc.)
includeIptc checkbox No Extract IPTC metadata (copyright, keywords, etc.)
includeXmp checkbox No Extract XMP metadata (extended properties, etc.)
includeTechnical checkbox No Include technical image information and statistics

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/image-metadata to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "result": "
Processed HTML content
",
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)",
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  }
}
HTML: HTML

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-image-metadata": {
      "name": "image-metadata",
      "description": "Extract comprehensive metadata from images including EXIF, IPTC, XMP, and technical information",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=image-metadata",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]