Files can carry more information than the content you immediately see. This guide explains the practical details so you can choose what to keep, remove or verify before sharing.
Myth: every photo contains GPS
GPS depends on device settings, permissions and the capture workflow. Some photos have precise coordinates; others have none.
Myth: compression automatically means clean
Compression and metadata removal are separate concepts. A file can be recompressed while still carrying some metadata, depending on the software.
Myth: a screenshot is always anonymous
A screenshot may avoid the original camera EXIF, but visible account names, notifications, location clues or file properties can still reveal information.
Myth: PDF properties equal full sanitization
Clearing author and title fields does not remove every possible annotation, attachment, hidden layer or sensitive visible content. Use the right tool for the risk.
Use the relevant BeOutMeta tool on a copy of your file, then review the result before publishing or sending it.
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