Meta-Scraper is a Visual Studio Code extension for inspecting and removing image metadata, helping you avoid leaking sensitive information when sharing images. It currently has 250+ installs on the Visual Studio Code Marketplace.
- View metadata embedded in an image
- Remove metadata in a single action
- Supports
.jpg,.jpeg,.png,.gif,.tiff,.webp - Fast processing with real-time feedback
- All processing is done locally; no data leaves your machine
Right-click any image file in VS Code to access Meta-Scraper actions.
Modern image files can contain hidden metadata that exposes personal or sensitive details:
| Metadata Type | Privacy Risk |
|---|---|
| GPS location | Reveals the exact place where the photo was taken |
| Device information | Exposes camera/phone model and unique identifiers |
| Creation time | Shows precisely when the photo was taken |
| Software details | Reveals which tools were used to edit the image |
| Author information | Can include your name, email, or other personal details |
Examples of potential issues:
- Revealing your home or workplace location
- Leaking details in screenshots or documents shared publicly