Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 06, 2026
File Metadata Editor processes all files entirely in your web browser. Your files are never uploaded to our servers. All metadata viewing, editing, clearing, and randomization happens locally on your device using browser technology. We do not have access to, store, or process any files you work with on our Service.
This Privacy Policy describes how File Metadata Editor ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Definitions
Company
Refers to File Metadata Editor, 1985 Del Amo Blvd, B9623, Torrance, CA 90501.
Cookies
Small files placed on your device by a website, containing details of your browsing history.
Personal Data
Any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
Service
Refers to the Website - File Metadata Editor, accessible from https://www.filemetadataeditor.com
Service Provider
Third-party companies or individuals who process data on behalf of the Company, including Google Analytics and Google AdSense.
Information We Collect
Usage Data
We collect Usage Data automatically when you use the Service. This may include your Device's IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, time and date of visit, time spent on pages, and unique device identifiers.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Service. Google Analytics collects:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Geographic location (country/city level)
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense uses cookies to:
- Serve ads based on your prior visits
- Measure ad performance and engagement
- Provide personalized advertising based on your interests
Customize your ad preferences at Google Ad Settings.
How We Use Your Information
- •Provide and maintain our Service: Monitor usage and improve functionality
- •Analytics: Understand how users interact with our Service
- •Advertising: Display relevant ads through Google AdSense
- •Legal compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights
🇪🇺 GDPR Privacy Rights (European Economic Area)
If you are a resident of the EEA, you have the following data protection rights:
Right to Access
Request copies of your personal data
Right to Rectification
Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Restrict Processing
Limit how we process your data
Right to Object
Object to our processing of your data
Right to Data Portability
Transfer your data to another organization
To exercise these rights: Contact us at support@filemetadataeditor.com. We will respond within 30 days.
🇺🇸 CCPA/CPRA Privacy Rights (California Residents)
California residents have specific rights under CCPA and CPRA:
Right to Know
Request disclosure of categories and specific pieces of personal information we collected, sources, purposes, and third parties we share with.
Right to Delete
Request deletion of personal information we collected and retained, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. Our use of Google AdSense may be considered "sharing" under CPRA. You can opt-out via cookie preferences or Google Ad Settings.
Right to Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA/CPRA rights.
To exercise these rights: Contact us at support@filemetadataeditor.com. We will verify your identity before processing your request.
CalOPPA Compliance
Do Not Track Signals
We honor Do Not Track signals. However, third-party service providers (Google Analytics and Google AdSense) may not honor Do Not Track signals. You can opt-out through their respective mechanisms.
Your Rights Under CalOPPA
- Request information about how we collect and use your personal information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Change your personal information
Data Security
The security of your Personal Data is important to us. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially reasonable means to protect your Personal Data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Children's Privacy
Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights:
Email: support@filemetadataeditor.com
Mail: File Metadata Editor, 1985 Del Amo Blvd, B9623, Torrance, CA 90501
Information Disclosure Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Personal Information Collected | IP address, device identifiers, browser type, browsing history, geolocation (country/city) |
| Purpose | Operating and improving our Service, analytics, serving advertisements, legal compliance |
| Third Parties | Google Analytics (analytics), Google AdSense (advertising) |
| Data Retention | Up to 26 months for Google Analytics; cookie data per expiration periods |