HEIC Metadata Viewer
Inspect location data, camera settings, and maker notes from HEIC/HEIF photos without changing HDR or depth data.
Drag & drop a file here, or click to select
Max file size: 100 MB
Looking to remove metadata instead? Go to the Metadata Remover.
Why view HEIC metadata?
Checking HEIC metadata helps you protect privacy, verify authenticity, and understand how the file was created.
Protect privacy
Catch GPS trails, device IDs, and captions in your HEIC before posting or handing off.
Verify authenticity
Check capture time, camera/lens settings, and export software to spot edits in your HEIC.
Prep delivery
See color profiles, dimensions, and orientation so HEIC exports look correct on every screen.
Preview the report layout
See how we surface EXIF, PDF, and video metadata before you upload your own file.
Example Metadata Report
After uploading, you'll get a detailed breakdown of your file's hidden data, similar to the example below.
Want to check your own file's metadata? Upload it above - no signup required.
Our secure process
We show you exactly what happens when you upload a file, so you know where your data goes and what stays untouched.
Upload over HTTPS
Pick or drop your HEIC. Transfers are secure.
Parse metadata only
We read headers and metadata blocks; the file content is not changed or recompressed.
Highlight key signals
We group timestamps, authorship, location, and technical fields so you can spot what matters quickly.
Display readable results
You see structured metadata grouped by sections for fast review with no downloads required.
Delete temporary copy
The transient server copy is purged right after processing completes.
What HEIC metadata can you view?
Here are the fields you can inspect before you share or archive the file. Use them to verify provenance, quality, and privacy.
- EXIF and GPS fields plus Apple maker notes
- Live Photo identifiers, HDR/depth flags, and item properties
- Orientation, dimensions, and color profile hints
- Container-level tags unique to HEIC/HEIF files, including custom fields
- Any embedded previews, thumbnails, or artwork found inside the HEIC/HEIF container
HEIC/HEIF metadata FAQs
What can I see in a HEIC/HEIF file?
You can read EXIF/GPS fields, Apple maker notes, Live Photo identifiers, HDR/depth flags, and color/orientation hints while leaving the HEIC untouched.
Do you change or recompress my HEIC/HEIF file?
No. The viewer only reads metadata from your HEIC/HEIF file and shows it back—streams, pixels, and content stay untouched.
What if my HEIC/HEIF file has little or no metadata?
Some HEIC/HEIF files ship with minimal fields. We show everything present—if a tag is missing (like GPS or author), there simply isn't any data to display.
Can I verify attachments or previews in a HEIC/HEIF?
Yes. If the HEIC/HEIF contains embedded previews, cover art, fonts, or thumbnails, we surface those entries so you know what ships with the file.
Can I copy the HEIC/HEIF metadata for documentation?
You can copy the on-screen results to include in tickets, audits, or delivery notes without modifying the original HEIC/HEIF.