VA Removing Exif
Automatically remove all Exif data from the new JPEG images when uploading.
The facts
- Rating
- 5★ from 1
- Active installs
- 300+
- Price
- Free
- Last updated
- 19 Dec 2016
- Added
- Dec 2016
- Requires WP
- 4.4
- Tested up to
- WP 4.7.35
- Downloads
- 12,274
Our analysis
AI-assistedVA Removing Exif is a WordPress plugin designed to automatically remove Exif data from new JPEG images upon upload. It does not affect images that have already been uploaded, so users will need to regenerate thumbnails to remove Exif data from those images.
This plugin is suitable for users who want to enhance their privacy by ensuring that sensitive information embedded in image files is not retained. It requires PHP modules of ImageMagick or GD and is compatible with WordPress versions 4.4 and above.
Best for: This plugin suits WordPress users concerned about privacy when uploading images.
What it does well
- ✓Automatically removes Exif data from new JPEG uploads
- ✓Easy to use; just activate the plugin
- ✓Free to download from the WordPress.org directory
Where it falls short
- •Does not process already uploaded images unless thumbnails are regenerated
- •Requires specific PHP modules to function
Verdict
VA Removing Exif provides a straightforward solution for managing image privacy, though it has limitations regarding existing uploads.
From the developer
kuck1u's own description of VA Removing Exif, lightly tidied.
Automatically remove all Exif data from the new JPEG images when uploading. Please note that already uploaded images will not be processed. If you want to delete Exif from the already uploaded image, please generate thumbnail image again with “Regenerate Thumbnails” etc.
How to use
Usage is easy. Just activate the plugin. This plugin requires PHP modules of the ImageMagick or GD.
Requires
- WordPress 4.4+
- PHP 5.4+ & ImageMagick or GD modules
Contribute
You can fork the plugin from GitHub
Attention
This plugin is intended to save your privacy and should not be used for illegal activity like copyright violations.