ZMetadata-stripper removes hidden data from your personal files. Your photos, documents, and other files often contain private details. This data includes where you took a photo, the camera you used, or the software that created a file. This tool cleans that data to help you keep your digital life private.
The app runs on your computer. It does not send files to a server or the internet. You process everything offline for total security.
Follow these steps to set up the tool on your Windows computer.
- Visit the releases page to download the installation file.
- Select the file ending in
.msior.exefor Windows. - Locate the file in your downloads folder.
- Double-click the file to start the installer.
- Follow the prompts on your screen to complete the setup.
- Open the app from your Start menu once the installation finishes.
The app interface lets you manage files with ease.
- Drag files or folders into the main window. You can also click the add button to select files manually.
- Review the list of loaded items.
- Choose the specific tags you want to remove. You can choose to wipe all metadata or select specific categories like GPS, author name, or device information.
- Click the process button. The app creates new, clean versions of your files.
- Save your new files to a folder of your choice.
- Offline processing: The software works without an internet connection.
- Batch support: Handle hundreds of files at once.
- Broad format support: The tool supports more than 25 file types, including images, PDFs, and documents.
- Account-free: Use the software immediately without creating an account or signing in.
- Simple interface: Remove data with a single click.
- Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- Processor: Any dual-core processor from the last five years.
- Memory: At least 4 gigabytes of RAM.
- Storage: 200 megabytes of free space.
Privacy defines this project. We built the software to process your data locally. No background services send your information to external databases. When you shut the app down, it keeps nothing. You own your data from start to finish.
- Keep backups: The app creates clean versions of your files. Always keep your original files in a backup location until you confirm the new files meet your needs.
- Check hidden fields: Some formats store data in complex ways. If you see specific tags that remain, use the custom filter mode to target those labels directly.
- Verify results: Open your cleaned files to ensure they look correct. Most images and documents appear identical after the metadata stripping process.
Does the app delete my actual files? No. The app creates clean copies. It leaves your original files untouched.
Do I need an internet connection to use this? No. The entire engine runs on your local hardware. You can even unplug your ethernet cable or turn off Wi-Fi while using it.
Is my data sent to the cloud? No. The app uses a local bridge to handle file data. No remote server ever sees your files.
How many files can I process at once? The software manages high volumes of files. Performance depends on your computer speed, but the tool handles batches of hundreds of files without issue.
Does this work on older versions of Windows? We recommend Windows 10 or newer for the best experience. The engine uses modern features that require current operating systems.
We update the app when new file formats gain popularity. Check the releases page often for performance improvements and better support for niche file types. You can track our work on the main project page. We focus on speed and stability so the software stays useful for your long-term privacy needs.