AI Metadata Checker
Upload an image to check for C2PA, XMP, EXIF, and other AI-related metadata. Private and browser-only.
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What does an AI metadata checker do?
Platforms label images when they detect provenance markers like C2PA or AI tags in XMP/EXIF. This page helps you confirm whether those signals exist in your file before you upload.
What this checker detects
The checker looks for common metadata categories that trigger “AI Info” / “Made with AI” style labels on social platforms. In plain English, it answers: “What hidden data is inside this file?”
- C2PA content credentials: signed provenance manifests used by tools like Adobe, OpenAI, and Microsoft.
- XMP AI tags: fields that may include creator tool names, model identifiers, prompts, seeds, and generation settings.
- EXIF software markers: “Software” / export pipeline tags that can reveal AI-enabled editors.
- PNG text chunks: Stable Diffusion / ComfyUI often store prompts and workflows in embedded text blocks.
- IPTC attribution: publishing metadata that may include AI attribution fields.
How to read the results
You’ll see a set of detected categories (for example: C2PA, XMP, EXIF). That’s the fast summary. If the checker finds AI-related entries, it will list the exact keys and values it saw.
- C2PA detected: most likely to trigger labels on Instagram/Facebook and often on Pinterest/TikTok.
- XMP detected: common for Midjourney exports and many AI pipelines; can include generation parameters.
- EXIF detected: normal for camera photos, but “Software” fields can still trip automated labeling on some platforms.
What if the checker finds nothing?
If you still see a label, the platform may be using pixel-level watermarks (e.g. SynthID) or visual classifiers. Metadata-only tools cannot remove those.
After checking: remove what was found
If the checker detects C2PA or AI tags, the next step is to remove that metadata before you upload. Use the cleaner, then upload the cleaned file to your platform.
Remove detected metadata with the AI metadata remover →
FAQ
Will checking or removing metadata change image quality?
No. Metadata is separate from the pixels. Removing it doesn’t change resolution, sharpness, or colors. The file may become slightly smaller because extra data is removed.
Does this checker upload my image?
No. Analysis runs in your browser. Your image is not uploaded for checking.
What if Instagram still shows an AI label after cleaning?
Most labels are triggered by metadata like C2PA/XMP. If a label persists, the platform may also use visual detection or pixel-level watermarks. Metadata-only tools can’t remove those.
How to remove AI metadata
If the checker detects C2PA or AI tags, use our remover to strip them before posting. If you want to keep camera EXIF (photographer workflows), uncheck “Remove EXIF data” and remove only the AI markers.