# PhotoMetaData

> App for photographers to add and manage photo metadata locally or in the cloud. (iPhone/iPad app by DUSSAIX Pierre-Yves.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photometadata/id534979549 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DUSSAIX Pierre-Yves](https://appshunter.io/developer/412417902)
- Category: Photo & Video, Productivity
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 2.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: English, French
- Released: 2012-09-10
- Data updated: 2026-07-04
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photometadata/id534979549/reviews.md

## What is PhotoMetaData?

PhotoMetaData is a very useful app for any professional or amateur photographer.
 It is used to enter the metadatas after the shooting session.
The values of these metadatas are either those provided by the app and consistent with the IPTC Core 1.1 either those defined by the photographer himself, his agency or his client.

Once filled these metadatas are stored locally on the iPad and if asked in a cloud storage such as iCloud. In this case they can be treated immediately by a remote authorized organization.

The metadas are stored in a xmp file. Then every images manager software such as Lightroom is able to import them at the same time that the images themselves.

## Key features

- Add custom photo metadata
- Utilize IPTC Core 1.1 standards
- Store metadata locally on iPad
- Sync metadata to cloud storage (iCloud)
- Generate XMP files for image managers
- Compatible with Lightroom

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photometadata/id534979549/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2017-12-30*

Crashes constantly. Waste of money

### 4/5 — Excellent program , lots of potential

*2013-12-04*

This is an excellent program for writing metadata to a photo that has excellent vendor support. Unlike many other photo managers, this program does not require the annoying and unnecessary creation of duplicate photograph files. The side car files it creates and deposits into Dropbox work very well with photographic management software including the open source Phil Harvey's exiftool and KDE DigiKam.  The documention is very clumsy and awkward. Expect a steep learning curve.  Add the ability to edit geo tags and improve the documentation and get 5 stars.

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2013-05-14*

Requires either the Apple CCK or for you to manually generate a folder structure so that Aperture (I hope you have it btw) can create an events libraries. Is unable to read a single album or photo already loaded in my iPad in the Photos App, making it entirely useless.

## Frequently asked questions about PhotoMetaData

### What is PhotoMetaData used for?

PhotoMetaData is used by photographers to enter and manage metadata for their images after shooting. This metadata can include standard IPTC Core 1.1 information or custom details defined by the user, their agency, or clients.

### How is metadata stored in PhotoMetaData?

Metadata is stored locally on the iPad. Users also have the option to store it in cloud storage services like iCloud, allowing for immediate access by authorized remote organizations.

### What file format does PhotoMetaData use for metadata?

PhotoMetaData stores metadata in XMP files. This format is widely recognized and can be imported by image management software such as Adobe Lightroom.

### Is PhotoMetaData compatible with other photo software?

Yes, PhotoMetaData is designed to be compatible with image manager software like Lightroom. The XMP files it generates can be imported alongside the images themselves.

### What devices does PhotoMetaData support?

PhotoMetaData is available for Mac and iPad. It was released on September 10, 2012, and its latest version is 2.7, last updated on August 4, 2023.

### What is the price of PhotoMetaData?

PhotoMetaData is a paid application priced at $9.99. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What is the age rating for PhotoMetaData?

PhotoMetaData has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a general audience.

### How often is PhotoMetaData updated?

PhotoMetaData was last updated on August 4, 2023, with version 2.7. The app was initially released on September 10, 2012, suggesting regular updates over time.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.8 — 2026-06-30

Upgrade to news review guidelines.

### 2.7 — 2023-08-04

New Private Policy URL.

### 2.6 — 2023-07-15

New help and marketing URL.

### 2.5 — 2022-01-10

New features:
-Adding shared photos album

** Warning **
-Removing Dropbox for XMP files storage.

Improvement and bug fix.

### 2.4 — 2019-11-23

** Warning **
This new version was created to be compliant with the latest App Review Guidelines.
In this version the photos files are no more save in the same folder than the XMP files.
So you have to copy them in that folder before uploading in your photo manager software.
Howewer you can stay in the current version to keep the current behaviour.
Apple sait that PhotoMetaData V2.3 will remain fully functional for current users. They will experience no interruption to services.

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