Guide
What is XMP metadata?
XMP is a flexible metadata format that editors, cameras and AI tools use to describe and track an image. It can carry more detail than EXIF, including editing history and workflow information.
How to use it
- 1Check the image for an XMP indicator.
- 2Decide whether you need the editing or creator data.
- 3Rebuild the image to remove the supported XMP block.
- 4Re-scan the output to confirm it is gone.
What XMP can hold
Because it is extensible, XMP covers a wide range of fields.
- Editing history and the applications used.
- Creator, title, keywords and description fields.
- Rights and licensing information.
- AI or workflow data added by some tools.
Where XMP lives by format
XMP is stored differently depending on the file type.
| Format | XMP location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| JPEG | APP1 XMP segment | Often alongside EXIF. |
| PNG | iTXt XMP packet | Common in exported images. |
| WebP | XMP chunk | Compact and web-friendly. |
| SVG | metadata element | Text-based XML. |
XMP vs EXIF and IPTC
EXIF is camera capture data, IPTC is largely editorial and rights data, and XMP is an extensible container that can hold either kind of information. Many files carry more than one.
Why remove XMP?
Editing history and workflow fields can reveal software you use, and some AI pipelines write model or prompt text into XMP. Removing it reduces what a platform or viewer can read.
How removal works
MetaRase rebuilds the image from decoded pixels, which drops the XMP container along with other supported metadata, then scans the output so you can confirm the change.
Frequently asked questions
Is XMP the same as EXIF?
No. They are different metadata formats, though a single image can contain both.
Does XMP affect image quality?
No. It is metadata, not pixels; only the file container changes.
Can XMP contain AI information?
Yes. Some tools write AI or workflow fields into XMP, which platforms can read.
Can I remove only XMP and keep EXIF?
MetaRase removes supported metadata together by rebuilding the image; it does not selectively keep some tags.
Is my image uploaded?
No. Detection and removal run locally in your browser.
Which formats carry XMP?
Commonly JPEG, PNG, WebP and SVG, and others where the format supports embedded metadata.
Sources
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