How to exif map previewer — frequently asked questions
- Step 1Drop your photo — JPEG and TIFF are fully supported. HEIC partial support depends on browser version.
- Step 2Read the coordinate card — If GPS is present, decimal latitude and longitude appear immediately — before map tiles load.
- Step 3Remove GPS if needed — If the location is sensitive, click the link to the GPS Geotag Remover tool — it strips GPS in the same browser-local workflow.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my photo show 'No GPS data found'?+
Several reasons: the photo was taken with GPS disabled, was shared via a platform that strips EXIF (Instagram, Twitter, WhatsApp), or was screenshotted rather than saved as the original file.
Does my iPhone embed GPS by default?+
Yes. iOS embeds GPS in all camera photos unless you disable Location Services for the Camera app in Settings → Privacy → Location Services → Camera → Never.
What does OpenStreetMap receive when the map loads?+
Tile requests are HTTPS GET requests for 256×256 pixel map tiles at a specific zoom/x/y coordinate. The tile server receives the tile grid coordinates (which imply a map area) but not your exact GPS pin location or any file data.
Can I view multiple photo locations at once?+
Currently the previewer shows one photo at a time. For batch location mapping, use a dedicated OSINT tool like GeoSpy or digiKam's geotagging view.
Privacy first
Every JAD Security operation runs entirely in your browser. Files, passwords, and PGP private keys never leave your device — verified by zero outbound network requests during processing.