EXIF GPS Viewer
View GPS coordinates and full EXIF metadata from photos. Open location in Google Maps.
Drop a photo here or click to select
EXIF GPS Viewer Features
Extract GPS and EXIF metadata from photos directly in your browser.
Extract latitude, longitude, and altitude from photos taken with location enabled.
Click to open the exact photo location in Google Maps.
View all EXIF metadata including camera make, model, ISO, shutter speed, and more.
Key Takeaways
- The viewer reads a photo's EXIF and GPS data directly in your browser, so the image stays on your device while it is decoded.
- It works with JPEG files, converting stored GPS coordinates into decimal latitude and longitude with a direct View on Google Maps link, plus altitude in meters.
- Beyond location, it lists every EXIF tag found, including camera make and model, exposure, aperture, ISO, focal length, and capture date.
- Screenshots, edited exports, social-app downloads, and PNG or WebP files usually have no EXIF data, so use the original JPEG straight from the camera or phone to see full metadata.
How to Read GPS and EXIF Data from a Photo
Load a JPEG photo
Drag a photo onto the drop zone or click Select Photo to choose a file. The viewer reads the file directly in your browser using a built-in EXIF parser, so the image stays on your device while it is decoded.
Read the location and metadata
If GPS tags are present, the tool converts the stored degrees, minutes, and seconds into decimal latitude and longitude (to six places) and shows altitude in meters. A full table lists every EXIF tag it found, including camera make, model, exposure, ISO, and capture date.
Open the spot on a map or reset
When coordinates exist, click View on Google Maps to open the exact location in a new tab. Use View Another Photo to clear the current result and inspect a different image.
What the Viewer Extracts
The parser walks the JPEG APP1 segment and reads the standard EXIF and GPS image file directories. These are the main groups of values you will see in the result table and the location panel.
| Field group | Example tags | Where it appears |
|---|---|---|
| GPS position | GPSLatitude, GPSLongitude, references | Decimal latitude and longitude in the location panel |
| GPS altitude | GPSAltitude | Altitude shown in meters |
| Map link | Derived from latitude and longitude | View on Google Maps button |
| Camera | Make, Model, Software | EXIF metadata table |
| Exposure | ExposureTime, FNumber, ISOSpeedRatings, FocalLength | EXIF metadata table |
| Timing | DateTime, DateTimeOriginal | EXIF metadata table |
When This Tool Fits
Checking where a photo was taken
If location services were on at capture time, the viewer reads the embedded coordinates and links straight to that point on Google Maps.
Auditing a photo before sharing
Load an image to see exactly which EXIF and GPS fields it carries, so you know what metadata is attached before you post or send it.
Inspecting camera settings
Photographers can review aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focal length, and the capturing device without opening separate software.
Working with original JPEGs
Best suited to unedited JPEG files from cameras and phones, where the EXIF block is still intact and complete.
Common Problems and Fixes
No GPS data found
The photo has no location tags. GPS is only written when location was enabled on the device at capture, and many cameras have no GPS hardware. The viewer shows a notice in this case while still listing any other EXIF tags it found.
Metadata is missing or empty
Screenshots, exports, and images saved by editors or social apps often have their EXIF block stripped. Try the original file straight from the camera or phone instead of a re-saved copy.
Nothing happens with a PNG or WebP
This viewer parses the EXIF block found in JPEG files. PNG and WebP images usually carry no EXIF data, so convert or use the original JPEG to read metadata.
Coordinates look slightly off
Values are read exactly as the camera stored them, so accuracy depends on the device GPS at the moment of capture. Phones are typically accurate within a few meters, while indoor or weak-signal shots can drift.
About EXIF GPS Viewer
This free tool reads EXIF metadata directly from your photo in the browser without any server upload, showing GPS coordinates and camera settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, this tool is completely free.
No account or registration is required.
You can use it as many times as you like.
Is my photo data private?
All EXIF parsing happens in your browser.
Your photo is never sent to any server.
We do not store, log, or share your photos.
Why is there no GPS data in my photo?
GPS data is only included if location services were enabled when the photo was taken.
Many desktop cameras do not have GPS.
Screenshots and edited images often have GPS data stripped.
Do I need to install anything?
No installation is required.
It runs entirely in your web browser.
Works on any modern browser without plugins.
Which formats are supported?
EXIF data is parsed from JPEG files.
PNG and WebP files generally do not contain EXIF data.
For best results use original JPEG files from cameras or phones.
Can I use the output commercially?
Yes, there are no restrictions on usage.
The output belongs entirely to you.
Use it for personal or commercial projects freely.
What browsers are supported?
All modern browsers are supported.
This includes Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.
Keep your browser updated for best results.
How accurate are the GPS coordinates?
Coordinates are read directly from the EXIF data embedded by the camera.
Accuracy depends on the GPS hardware of the capturing device.
Modern smartphones typically provide accuracy within a few meters.
Sources and References
Format and tool details on this page are based on the official specifications and documentation below.
- Exchangeable Image File Format (EXIF)- Library of Congress
- JPEG standard (ISO/IEC 10918)- JPEG Committee
- JPEG image type- MDN Web Docs