If you need to find where a photo was taken, add GPS coordinates to an image, or strip location data before sharing — there are dozens of tools that claim to do it. We tested 10 of them to see which ones actually deliver.
Most geotagging tools fall into one of two categories: they either upload your photos to a remote server for processing, or they run entirely in your browser. That distinction matters more than most people realize — especially if the photos contain sensitive location data.
Here is what we found after testing each tool with the same set of 20 geotagged JPEG and HEIC files.
Quick Comparison: 10 Geotagging & EXIF Tools Tested
| Tool | View EXIF | Edit GPS | Remove GPS | Batch | Price (competitors as of September 2026) | Files Stay Local? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GeoTag.world | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Free view and remove, credits to edit | Yes — browser only |
| Pic2Map | Yes | No | No | No | Free | No — server upload |
| GeoImgr | Yes | Yes | No | No (free) | $9.90/mo or 5 free/day (as of September 2026) | No — server upload |
| Jimpl | Yes | No | Yes | No | Free | No — server upload |
| GeoMakers | No | Yes | No | Yes (paid) | Paid plans, or 5 free/day | Yes — browser only |
| ExifTool | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Free (open source) | Yes — runs locally |
| GeoTagSEO | No | Yes | No | Yes | Free limited, $8.33/mo+ (as of September 2026) | No — server upload |
| FastGeoTagger | No | Yes | No | Yes | Free | Not confirmed |
| FreeGeoTagger | No | Yes | No | Yes | Free | Yes — browser based |
| GeoTag.co.in | No | Yes | No | No | Free | No — server upload |
GeoTag.world — Best All-in-One (View, Edit, Remove)
GeoTag.world was one of the few tools in our test that could view full EXIF data, edit GPS coordinates, AND remove location metadata in one browser tab, without uploading files to a server.
We uploaded a batch of 20 iPhone photos. The GPS coordinates appeared on Google Maps within a second. The EXIF panel showed camera make, model, shutter speed, ISO, timestamp, and software — everything you would get from ExifTool but without touching a command line.
The privacy architecture is the key differentiator. Everything runs client-side in the browser. You can check any tool yourself with your browser's Network tab (see how GeoTag.world handles photos: how it works and privacy). Some other web tools also work in the browser: GeoMakers and FreeGeoTagger.
Viewing and removing GPS are free, no account needed. Editing GPS coordinates needs a free account (your first photo is free), then credits: packs start at $3.99 for 50 photos, or plans from $4.99/month. Pack credits never expire.
- Supports JPEG, PNG, HEIC/HEIF, WebP, AVIF
- Map view with instant coordinate plotting
- Full EXIF metadata display
- Browser-only — files never leave your device
Pic2Map — Free GPS Viewer (View Only, No Editing)
Pic2Map is one of the oldest online EXIF viewers. We uploaded the same test photos and got GPS coordinates plotted on a map within a few seconds. The EXIF display showed camera details, aperture, shutter speed, and timestamp.
The limitation is clear: Pic2Map is strictly view-only. There is no way to edit coordinates, strip metadata, or process multiple files. And every photo is uploaded to their server for processing — there is no client-side option.
For a quick, free GPS lookup when privacy is not a concern, Pic2Map works. For anything beyond viewing, you need a different tool.
- Free, no account needed
- View GPS on map + camera EXIF details
- Cannot edit or remove any metadata
- No batch processing
- Server-side upload required
GeoImgr — Established GPS Editor
GeoImgr has been running for over 10 years and is specifically built for adding GPS coordinates to photos. In our test, the free tier let us geotag 5 images before hitting the daily limit. The paid plan at $9.90/month (as of September 2026) removes that cap.
The Google Places search feature — which lets you type an address and auto-fill coordinates — is not available on the free tier. That is a significant limitation since manually entering latitude and longitude is tedious.
GeoImgr cannot remove metadata or view full EXIF details beyond GPS. It does one thing — add coordinates — and charges monthly for unlimited access.
- Free: 5 photos/day, no address search
- Paid: $9.90/month unlimited (as of September 2026)
- Adds GPS to photos, cannot remove it
- Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP, HEIC
- Server-side upload required
Jimpl — Free EXIF Viewer with Metadata Removal
Jimpl displayed the most complete EXIF breakdown in our test — camera info, GPS data, copyright fields, image dimensions, and color space. It also lets you download a cleaned copy of the photo with all metadata stripped, which is useful for privacy protection.
The tradeoff is that every photo is uploaded to Jimpl's server. According to Jimpl's site, uploaded files are deleted after 24 hours, but your images do leave your device during that window. For sensitive photos, that may not be acceptable.
Jimpl cannot edit specific GPS coordinates — it is either view everything or strip everything.
- Free, no account needed
- Most detailed EXIF display in our test
- Can strip all metadata (download cleaned copy)
- Cannot edit specific fields
- Server-side processing
GeoMakers — Best for Business Photo Tagging
GeoMakers is aimed at local businesses. It lets you add GPS coordinates, keywords, descriptions, and watermarks to photos. Note that Google says it does not use photo EXIF data for ranking, so treat this as file tidying, not Google Business Profile optimization.
Like GeoTag.world, it processes images in the browser — no server uploads. We tested the free tier: 5 photos per day, which is enough for small projects. Paid plans unlock batch processing.
GeoMakers cannot view existing EXIF data or remove GPS metadata. It is an add-coordinates tool.
- Free: 5 photos/day
- Paid: monthly plans with batch processing
- Adds GPS, keywords, descriptions, watermarks
- Cannot view or remove existing metadata
- Browser-based — no server uploads
See what your photo is actually revealing
Drop a photo to view its GPS location and full EXIF. Everything runs in your browser — the file never leaves your device.
100% in-browser — nothing is uploaded or stored
ExifTool — Most Powerful (Command Line Only)
ExifTool is the industry standard. According to its documentation, it supports a very wide range of file formats (see exiftool.org) and can read, write, and modify a huge set of metadata fields. It is popular with forensic analysts and professional photographers.
In our test, ExifTool extracted metadata fields that no other tool displayed — including camera-specific proprietary tags and embedded thumbnail data.
The barrier is the command line. There is no graphical interface. Installing it, learning the syntax, and running batch commands takes real technical knowledge. For developers and power users, nothing else comes close. For everyone else, the learning curve is prohibitive.
- Free, open source
- Read/write/modify any metadata field
- Very wide file format support (see exiftool.org)
- Full batch processing with scripting
- Command-line only — no GUI
- Runs locally — complete privacy
GeoTagSEO — Business Focused
GeoTagSEO is similar to GeoMakers — built for adding GPS coordinates, keywords, and ALT text to photos for local businesses. The paid plans include automatic coordinate lookup by business name or address, which saves time when geotagging photos for multiple locations.
In our test, the free tier was too limited for meaningful use. The paid plans start at $8.33/month (as of September 2026). It cannot view existing EXIF data or remove metadata.
- Free tier with heavy limitations
- Paid: from $8.33/month (as of September 2026)
- Adds GPS, keywords, ALT text, descriptions
- Automatic address-to-coordinate lookup (paid)
- Cannot view or remove existing metadata
FastGeoTagger & FreeGeoTagger — Simple and Free
FastGeoTagger and FreeGeoTagger are minimal, free tools for adding GPS coordinates to photos. Both support batch uploads and require no account.
In our test, they did exactly what they promised — added coordinates to files quickly and without friction. FreeGeoTagger runs entirely in the browser (no server uploads); we did not confirm where FastGeoTagger processes files. Neither tool can view existing EXIF data, display photos on a map, or remove metadata.
These are single-purpose tools. If you already know the coordinates you want to embed, they work well.
- Completely free, no account
- Batch upload supported
- FreeGeoTagger: browser-based (no uploads); FastGeoTagger: not confirmed
- Cannot view existing metadata or map locations
- Cannot remove GPS data
GeoTag.co.in — Basic Free Geotagging
GeoTag.co.in is a minimal free tool for adding GPS coordinates to photos. No registration, no payment. In our test, it handled basic JPEG geotagging without issues.
It has no EXIF viewing, no metadata removal, no batch processing, and no map interface. It does one thing at a basic level.
- Free, no registration
- Adds GPS coordinates to photos
- Cannot view or remove metadata
- No batch processing
- No map view
Our Verdict: Which Tool Should You Actually Use?
After testing all 10 tools with the same set of photos, the answer depends on what you need:
Best overall tool: GeoTag.world — the easiest way we found to view, edit, and remove GPS metadata in one place without uploading your files to a server (ExifTool does all three too, but only from the command line). Free for viewing and removing, affordable credits for editing.
Best free GPS viewer: GeoTag.world for private viewing, Pic2Map if you do not care about uploads. Jimpl if you want the most detailed EXIF breakdown.
Best for business photo batches: GeoMakers if you need keywords and watermarks. GeoTagSEO if you need automatic address lookup. Both charge monthly.
Best for technical users: ExifTool. Nothing else comes close in power or format support. But you need to be comfortable with the command line.
Best for quick free geotagging: FastGeoTagger or FreeGeoTagger if you just need to add coordinates and move on.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best free EXIF viewer online?
GeoTag.world and Jimpl both display full EXIF data for free. The difference: GeoTag.world processes photos in your browser (files stay private), while Jimpl uploads them to a server (it says it deletes files after 24 hours).
Can I remove GPS data from photos for free?
You can view GPS data for free on GeoTag.world. Removing GPS is free too, with no account. Jimpl lets you strip all metadata for free but uploads your files to their server. On iPhone, the built-in share sheet lets you toggle off location when sharing.
Which geotagging tool is best for Google Business Profile?
Geotagging does not affect Google Business Profile rankings, so no tool will improve them. For adding location data to business photos, GeoMakers offers keywords and descriptions. GeoTag.world and GeoImgr also support adding GPS coordinates. See our guide on geotagging for Google Business Profile.
Is ExifTool better than online EXIF viewers?
ExifTool is more powerful — it supports a very wide range of formats and metadata fields. But it requires installation and command-line knowledge. For most people, a browser-based tool like GeoTag.world is faster and easier to use.
Do any of these tools upload my photos to a server?
Pic2Map, GeoImgr, Jimpl, GeoTagSEO, and GeoTag.co.in all upload photos to their servers. GeoTag.world, GeoMakers, and FreeGeoTagger process files in the browser, so your photos never leave your device. We did not confirm where FastGeoTagger processes files. ExifTool runs locally on your computer.