ExiFox
Ranked in Photo Metadata Editors ·Free plan
About
ExiFox is a native Mac app for reading, editing, removing and restoring photo and video metadata, including EXIF, IPTC, XMP and GPS tags. It uses a bundled ExifTool binary for the metadata tags and formats that ExifTool exposes. Add files by dragging, pasting or browsing; thumbnails appear in a sidebar. Metadata is grouped and filterable, with inline change indicators and controls to revert or save changes. You can strip EXIF and GPS details from a single file or a batch, and create reusable presets to add, change or remove fields. Presets can be exported as JSON, YAML or TOML, and favorite tags help narrow long lists. Reads and writes happen locally on the Mac; the maker says files are not uploaded and the app works offline without an account or server. ExiFox supports Apple silicon and Intel Macs running macOS 14 Sonoma or newer. It is free with all features included, with no trial or in-app purchases. Distribution is available through a direct DMG download and Homebrew; the maker says the direct version is the one receiving updates.
Who it is for
ExiFox suits photographers, videographers and others who need to inspect or change file metadata on a Mac. Batch removal, reusable presets and local processing are useful for managing repeated metadata tasks or location details.
What is good
- Reads and edits EXIF, IPTC, XMP and GPS metadata.
- Removes EXIF and GPS details in batches.
- Presets export as JSON, YAML or TOML.
- Local processing works offline without an account.
- Supports Apple silicon and Intel Macs.
What to know first
- Requires macOS 14 Sonoma or newer.
- The listed platform is macOS only.
- No free trial is offered.
Verdict
ExiFox combines broad metadata editing, batch privacy controls and reusable presets in a free Mac app. Its platform and macOS version requirement make it a fit specifically for compatible Mac workflows.
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Facts
- Purpose
- ExiFox reads, edits, strips, and reapplies photo and video metadata, including EXIF, IPTC, XMP, and GPS tags.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Metadata coverage
- It uses a bundled ExifTool binary to read the metadata tags and formats exposed by ExifTool.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- File handling
- Files can be added by dragging, pasting, or browsing, with thumbnails shown in a sidebar.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Editor
- Metadata is grouped and filterable, with inline change indicators and one-click revert or save.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Privacy controls
- Users can remove EXIF and GPS details from one file or a batch in one pass.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Presets
- Reusable metadata presets can add, change, or remove fields, and can be exported as JSON, YAML, or TOML.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Favorites
- Users can mark metadata tags as favorites and filter long lists to find fields.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Local processing
- Reads and writes run locally on the Mac; the maker says files are not uploaded and the app works offline without an account or server.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Updates
- The app checks for updates and installs them in place; updates are signed and delivered over HTTPS.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Signing
- The downloaded app is signed with an Apple Developer ID and notarized by Apple.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Platforms and requirements
- ExiFox is a native SwiftUI universal Mac app for macOS 14 Sonoma or newer, supporting Apple silicon and Intel Macs.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Distribution
- The maker offers a direct DMG download and Homebrew installation; it says the direct version is the one being updated.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker says it usually replies to email questions, bug reports, and feature ideas within two business days.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The maker describes ExiFox as built for photographers, videographers, and anyone concerned with the metadata their files carry.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
- Maker
- Skulkworks describes itself as an independent studio built by solo developer Andy Miller; the ExiFox page lists its location as Colorado, USA.skulkworks.dev · 8 Oct 2026
Company
- Headquarters
- Colorado, USAskulkworks.dev · 28 Sept 2026
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Sources
- skulkworks.dev/exifox· checked 8 Oct 2026
- skulkworks.dev· checked 8 Oct 2026