ExifTool
by Phil Harvey
A free program that can be used to read, write, and edit images, videos, and PDFs
ExifTool is a platform-independent tool for reading, writing and editing metadata contained in images, audio and video. The application does not have an interface and works through the command line. However, there is an easy way to view the metadata - just drag the media file to the ExifTool executable icon.
ExifTool supports many different types of metadata including EXIF, GPS, IPTC, XMP, JFIF, GeoTIFF, ICC Profile, Photoshop IRB, FlashPix, AFCP and ID3. The program is also compatible with data recorded in files by digital camera manufacturers. Manufacturers such as Canon, Casio, FujiFilm, HP, JVC / Victor, Kodak, Leaf, Minolta / Konica-Minolta, Nikon, Olympus / Epson, Panasonic / Leica, Pentax / Asahi, Ricoh, Sanyo, Sigma / Foveon and Sony are supported.
ExifTool allows users to effectively read, write and edit metadata from a variety of media files across multiple platforms.
Windows, MacOS or Linux operating system
Command line interface
Ability to execute Perl scripts
Sufficient storage for handling media files
Command line interface
Ability to execute Perl scripts
Sufficient storage for handling media files
PROS
Supports a vast array of file formats for data extraction.
Provides powerful metadata manipulation capabilities.
Easily integrated into automated processes for batch editing.
Provides powerful metadata manipulation capabilities.
Easily integrated into automated processes for batch editing.
CONS
Interface can be intimidating for new or non-technical users.
Lack of built-in help or tutorial features.
Requires command-line knowledge for full functionality.
Lack of built-in help or tutorial features.
Requires command-line knowledge for full functionality.
ExifTool 11.85
(6.17 MB)
Max
I love ExifTool for Windows since it's an application that lets me not only read meta information, but also write and edit it no matter what the format is. It's compatible with everything from JPEG to RAW to PDF and even supports formats like TIFF. My favorite feature is that it can rename my images according to what the metadata is and then organize them for me too.
Cooper N*******j
ExifTool is a platform-independent Perl library plus a command-line application for reading, writing, and editing Meta information that is contained by image, audio and video files.
Caleb V********e
ExifTool is a powerful and easy-to-use software for viewing, editing and writing metadata. It supports a wide range of file formats and can read and write information from/to different sources. The interface is intuitive and user-friendly. It has a lot of features, like batch processing and geotagging. It is also very fast and reliable. It supports a variety of metadata formats and can be used to export and import information. Overall, ExifTool provides an effective way to manage large amounts of metadata.
Riley A******l
ExifTool is a powerful software for viewing, editing, and writing metadata. It is easy to use and provides a lot of information. I have used ExifTool to quickly check camera and lens settings of my photos. Image files can be read quickly and the program offers a wide range of options to edit them. ExifTool can also be used to batch process a large selection of files at once.
Hunter Lobdell
ExifTool is a free and open-source software that allows users to read, write, and edit metadata in various file formats such as photos, videos, and audio files. It supports a wide range of metadata formats including EXIF, IPTC, XMP, and ICC. Its command-line interface enables batch processing and automation of metadata tasks. It can also extract embedded thumbnail images and GPS coordinates from files. Overall, ExifTool is a powerful tool for managing and manipulating metadata in digital files.
Lucas Leocadio
The software allows for easy access and editing of metadata within image and video files.
Ethan
A versatile tool for reading, writing, and editing metadata in a variety of file formats.
Noah
Powerful metadata editing and extraction tool.
Aaron
Versatile metadata extraction and manipulation.
Archie
Efficient management of multimedia metadata.
Leo
Fast and easy way to edit photo details!
Evelyn
So many options to view and edit photo details! 📸🔧
