ImagExif 2 vs Media Protector
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ImagExif 2
Edit and manage EXIF and metadata for your photos. Add or remove camera info, location data, and more. Save custom presets and process multiple images at once for enhanced privacy and control.
- Edit EXIF, IPTC, and metadata
- Geotagging with map integration
- Batch processing
- Customizable templates
- Privacy sharing options
- Extension for Photos app
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This app gives you full control over the EXIF and metadata of your photos! ImagExif 2 focuses on real EXIF data, not just iOS metadata—this sets it apart from most of its competitors. 14 strong arguments why you need this app: 1. No subscription, no trial, no in-app purchases: buy once, use always on iPad and iPhone. 2. Display EXIF, IPTC and other metadata of photos in iOS devices, iCloud Files and iCloud Stream. 3. Edit, remove EXIF & metadata like camera info, photographer info, location & IPTC info and much more - in Apple Photos and also in iCloud Files! Geotagging directly on a map with location search.4. Edit location coordinates completely free without having so select specific places. 5. Save your work by using customizable templates - presets. 6. Batch processing of many photos at the same time. 7. Display EXIF data in an extension directly in the Photos app or in iMessage and many more. 8. Privacy share: protect your privacy and share your photos with your people with or without EXIF data. 9. Display EXIF source text - incl. its export. 10. Copy EXIF data directly to clipboard. 11. Focus on simple workflows and intuitive handling. 12. No collection of personal data like many copy-cat apps in this category. 13. Runs on iPad and iPhone. 14. Is under active development. Real customer testimonials: "Finally - This program is exactly what I was looking for. Easy to use but very effective and comprehensive. And the best: Pay once and good! Thanks to the developer!" "Just good! - Comprehensive and zero effort to use. For me the best app to edit the EXIF data of my photos. The presets are great and finally no in-app purchases! Keep it up!" "IPad version - it is here - Many thanks to the developer. Now I can add location information to photos on iPad. The developer also responds very quickly to requests and suggestions for improvement." "For a long time I was missing a possibility on the iPhone / iPad to store the location data of photos, because I still shoot a lot with "old" DSLRs and they do not have GPS. With this, this also works from Apple's photo app. Without complications. That's how it should be!" The app works with: - All photos in your iPhone or iPad photo library. - Photos in iCloud (Apple's exclusive file app, locally and in the cloud. Third-party cloud apps are only partially supported because their manufacturers do not fully support Apple's file API – please use with caution!) What the app doesn't do: - Changing the filename: EXIF isn't about filenames. Also iOS does not allow the renaming of photos in the Photos Library. - Until now it can't edit RAW (will come in a later release) or PNG (see below why). - Full support of third-party cloud apps (e.g., GDrive or OneDrive) are only partially supported because their manufacturers do not fully support apples files api. Do you have questions or need help? Write to imagexif@gmail.com, we're happy to help! Question: What is EXIF data? EXIF stands for "Exchangeable Image File Format." When you take or receive a photo with a digital camera, it contains invisible metadata. This is information attached to the photo that describes, for example, certain properties and settings of the camera or even the place where the picture was taken. Services that can read this data are able to collect the circumstances and contexts of the photos and match them with certain other events (e.g. calendar entries, motion profiles, etc.). Question: Why doesn't the app handle PNG? Unfortunately, the Photos API does not allow modification of PNG files, but saves them as JPG. Therefore, to avoid confusion, imagExif cannot edit PNGs.
Media Protector
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Whenever you share a photo or video online, you expose yourself to potential risks that could have serious implications. Malicious actors and government entities are increasingly sophisticated in their methods of personal data tracking, so it's imperative to take proactive measures to protect your privacy. Our app allows you to review, edit, and remove any sensitive information from your photos and videos. With Media Protector, you can rest assured that your shared media is stripped of any data that could potentially compromise your safety or privacy. - Review and edit shooting location, date, copyright, EXIF, or other media information. - Detect and hide faces and sensitive texts with auto blur feature. - Offline media processing for ultimate privacy. Your data is safe and never leaves your device. - Works with both photos and videos. Every media file you capture with your device contains more than just the image or video. Information embedded in each file can be used to track and profile you. This includes not only GPS location, date, device model, etc. but also hidden EXIF tags and other auxiliary data that you might not even be aware of! These invisible tracking tags can be leveraged by anyone with the right tools and malicious intent, making it crucial to sanitize your media files before sharing. Someone with ill intentions could use your shared media to track your location, gather personal details about you, or even create a comprehensive digital profile that could be exploited in various harmful ways. This is why removing any sensitive information from your public photos and videos is not just a precaution but a necessity. With Media Protector App you can review, edit, and delete sensitive information such as location data, camera model, shooting date, copyright information, and other hidden EXIF tags. This level of control ensures that every aspect of your media's metadata is scrutinized and sanitized, leaving no trace for potential trackers to exploit. One of the most concerning aspects of digital privacy is face tracking. Algorithms can analyze your photos to detect and recognize faces, building a digital profile that can be used for various exploits. This might include identity theft, surveillance, and or targeted advertising that intrudes on your personal space. Media Protector's advanced Blur Tools automatically detect and blur sensitive information such as faces and text in your photos. This ensures that your identity, and the identities of those around you, remain protected. The app's intuitive interface makes it easy to select media from your gallery, automatically detect sensitive information, and apply blurring or metadata editing with just a few taps. You don't need to be a tech expert to use Media Protector; it's designed for everyone. Whether you're sharing photos on social media, sending videos to friends and family, or uploading your child’s photo to an online platform, make sure you're doing it safely. Use Media Protector to remove sensitive information, blur out identifiable details, and edit metadata, ensuring that your personal data stays personal. Protect yourself and those around you from the ever-present dangers of digital tracking and profiling. Download Media Protector today and take the first step towards a safer, more private digital life. Protect the privacy of the most vulnerable — hide your loved ones' digital identity with this app. Let Media Protector be your first line of defense in the digital world, ensuring that your private moments remain yours only and your family data is never at risk. Made by independent development team at https://www.krootl.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Media Protector at Free against ImagExif 2's $4.99. Media Protector also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Media Protector is free to download; ImagExif 2 costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ImagExif 2 ships an update fortnightly, Media Protector every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ImagExif 2 | Media Protector |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.2 (10 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thomas Oswald | Krootl OU |
In-app purchases
ImagExif 2
No in-app purchases
Media Protector
No in-app purchases
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