# ExifGuard: Photo Video Privacy — Lossless EXIF & Location Erase

> Removes EXIF metadata from photos and videos for enhanced privacy. (iPhone/iPad app by 智慧 李.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exifguard-photo-video-privacy/id6760693012 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [智慧 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543528724)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 29 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2026-03-26
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exifguard-photo-video-privacy/id6760693012/reviews.md

## What is ExifGuard?

ExifGuard – The Privacy Expert for Your Photos and Videos

Did you know? Every photo you take hides sensitive EXIF metadata: GPS location, device model, capture time. Sharing these photos directly can expose where you live, work and travel — without you even knowing.

ExifGuard wipes hidden metadata from your photos and videos, keeps your personal information safe, and lets you share with complete peace of mind. All processing happens on your device. No internet. No uploads. Ever.

【Core Features】

Lossless Erase — New
• Remove all metadata from JPEG photos without re-encoding — every pixel stays untouched
• Zero quality loss, verified pixel by pixel
• Up to 10x faster than traditional processing

Comprehensive EXIF Viewer
• Categorized display of all photo and video metadata
• Sensitive fields highlighted — spot privacy risks at a glance
• Detailed shooting parameters and device information

One-Tap EXIF Erase
• 3 built-in official presets for common scenarios
• One-tap targeted field erasure
• Custom presets for flexible erasure rules (Premium)

Batch Processing
• Process up to 20 photos at once — free for all users
• Premium: process up to 100 photos at once
• Real-time progress bar for transparent operations
• Multi-threaded processing keeps the UI smooth

Share Extension (Premium)
• Process photos directly from the system share sheet, without opening the app
• Batch process shared photos
• All your custom presets available

Video Metadata Management
• View and erase privacy metadata in videos
• Supports MP4, MOV and M4V — everything your iPhone shoots

EXIF Editing (Premium)
• Field-level editing of shooting parameters and timestamps
• Keep professional photo attributes while protecting privacy

Original File Protection
• Every operation creates a new file — your originals are never modified
• Your precious memories stay fully intact

100% Offline
• No internet permission required
• All processing happens locally on your device
• We never collect or upload your photos or data

【Perfect For】
• Social Media Sharing: erase location & device info before posting to Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
• Work Communication: hide sensitive capture info when sending photos to clients
• Photography Sharing: keep shooting parameters, erase personal traces
• Anonymous Posting: fully wipe personal info before sharing on forums and marketplaces

【Ad-Free & Simple Pricing】
• Core features are forever free — no ads, no forced ad-watching
• One-time purchase unlocks Premium forever — no subscriptions, no hidden fees
• Premium: 100-photo batches, long video processing, video batch, custom presets, Share Extension, EXIF editing, unlimited history
• Video and batch feature packs are available if you only need specific capabilities

【Privacy Promise】
ExifGuard requires no internet access. All operations run locally on your device. We will NEVER collect, upload or store your photos or personal data — fully compliant with global privacy regulations.

【Supported Formats】
• Photos: JPEG, PNG, HEIC, HEIF (HEIC keeps its original format after processing)
• Videos: MP4, MOV, M4V

If you have any questions, contact us via the feedback channel inside the app (Settings → Feedback & Suggestions).

## Key features

- Lossless metadata erasure
- Comprehensive EXIF viewer
- One-tap metadata removal
- Batch processing
- Video metadata management
- Offline processing

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Premium | $5.99 | one-time |
| Video Feature Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Edit Feature Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Batch Processing Pack | $2.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about ExifGuard

### Does ExifGuard have ads?

ExifGuard is ad-free. The core features are available for free without any advertisements or forced ad-watching.

### How much does ExifGuard cost?

ExifGuard is free to download and use with its core features. Premium features can be unlocked with a one-time purchase, with no subscriptions or hidden fees.

### What is the age rating for ExifGuard?

ExifGuard has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is ExifGuard updated?

The app was last updated on August 29, 2026, indicating active development and support.

### What devices does ExifGuard support?

ExifGuard is available for both iPhone and iPad, supporting iOS devices.

### Can I edit metadata with ExifGuard?

Yes, ExifGuard offers EXIF editing as a premium feature, allowing field-level editing of shooting parameters and timestamps while protecting privacy.

### Does ExifGuard require an internet connection?

No, ExifGuard is 100% offline. All processing happens locally on your device, and it requires no internet permission.

### What happens to my original photos when using ExifGuard?

ExifGuard protects your original files by creating a new file for each operation. Your original photos are never modified, ensuring your memories remain intact.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.4.0 — 2026-08-29

• Lossless erase: full metadata removal on JPEG photos is now 100% pixel-perfect — no re-encoding, no quality loss
• Up to 10x faster processing for full-erase scenarios
• Large photos (48MP+) process smoothly without freezing
• HEIC photos keep their original format after processing
• Clear on-screen notice when PNG/GIF metadata is fully removed
• Feedback options: email or system share, with optional diagnostic data

ExifGuard — your privacy protection expert, making sharing worry-free.

### 3.3.1 — 2026-08-26

This update makes ExifGuard more reliable and more powerful:

• Batch processing upgrade: process up to 20 photos at once for free, or up to 100 with Premium
• Fixed an issue where videos could not be saved to your library when location info was kept
• Fixed occasional failures when saving Live Photos
• Videos now keep their original format and quality after processing
• Restore Purchases is faster and more reliable
• New feedback options: send feedback via email or system share, and optionally attach diagnostic data when troubleshooting (never includes your photos or personal info)

Thanks for using ExifGuard! Have suggestions? Reach us via Settings → Feedback & Suggestions.

### 3.3.0 — 2026-08-20

This update makes ExifGuard faster, safer, and more reliable.

- Faster
  · Batch processing is now significantly faster: the parallel processing setting finally works as promised, handling multiple photos at once.

- More Private
  · Even stronger privacy protection: the app no longer writes any photo metadata to logs, under any circumstances.

- Safer
  · Improved file handling to better protect your original photos.
  · Automatic history cleanup now asks for your confirmation before deleting files.
  · Short videos (15 seconds or less) no longer use up your free trials.

- Bug Fixes
  · Fixed a crash that could occur when changing dark mode, language, or other settings.
  · Fixed purchase error messages that could get stuck on screen.
  · Fixed lens specification being displayed in the wrong order.
  · Multiple stability improvements.

Enjoying ExifGuard? Leave us a review — your support keeps us improving!

### 3.2.0 — 2026-08-05

- A new intelligent privacy score has been added, which provides a clear view of the privacy risk level of each photo/video.
- The GPS location editing function now includes features such as random location, preset frequently used locations, and random offset.
- The time editor now includes options such as clear time, set as current time, time offset, and custom date and time.
- Added erase preset import/export function.
- Added the ability to set filename rules.
- Added the ability to the number of parallel processes.

### 3.1.0 — 2026-07-08

- Improved Batch Processing.
- Fix some known issues.

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