Remove private metadata from PNG files

Clean PNG metadata locally while preserving image data

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PNG cleaner

What metadata can a PNG contain?

PNG is a lossless image format that can contain metadata in additional chunks alongside the image data.

File Meta Cleaner removes detected PNG text chunks, EXIF including valid GPS metadata, modification-time chunks, and C2PA Content Credentials chunks. It preserves image data and visual or colour-management chunks such as ICC profiles.

The PNG is processed locally in your browser and retained chunks are copied without changing their contents. Only categories detected and verified as removed are included in the result.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What PNG metadata can File Meta Cleaner remove?

The tool removes detected PNG text metadata, EXIF, modification-time data, and C2PA Content Credentials. The exact categories detected are shown before cleaning.

Can it remove GPS metadata from a PNG?

Yes, when valid GPS data is stored inside a supported PNG eXIf chunk. It is reported separately before removal. Learn more on the GPS metadata cleaner page.

Does the cleaner remove Content Credentials from PNG files?

The tool removes detected PNG caBX chunks used for C2PA Content Credentials. This does not guarantee removal of every possible provenance signal, watermark, or third-party detection method.

Will the cleaned PNG remain lossless?

Yes. The cleaner preserves PNG image-data and visual colour-management chunks instead of decoding or re-encoding the image. Dimensions and visible content remain unchanged.

Are all PNG ancillary chunks removed?

No. Only supported metadata chunks are removed. Unknown chunks and visual or colour-related information are preserved unless a category has been specifically implemented and verified.