How to find where a photo was taken
In one sentence: upload the photo and this tool reads its hidden EXIF GPS data to reveal the exact coordinates.
- Choose a photo. Drag an image into the box above or click to select one from your device.
- Read the coordinates. The tool decodes the photo's EXIF metadata and displays the exact latitude and longitude.
- Open in Google Maps. Tap the button to see the precise location on a map and get directions.
Every photo taken with GPS enabled stores hidden metadata called
EXIF data. This includes camera
settings and, when location services are on, the exact coordinates where the picture was
captured. This tool reads that data directly in your browser and turns it into a map link.
What is EXIF GPS data?
EXIF GPS data is location metadata — the latitude and longitude — that a camera or phone embeds inside a photo file at the moment the picture is taken, when location services are enabled. This tool reads that metadata to reveal exactly where the photo was captured.
Because the coordinates are stored inside the image itself, you don't need the original camera or any account to recover them — you only need the photo file. Note that many social apps strip this metadata when images are shared, which is why a downloaded or re-shared photo often has no location.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find the location where a photo was taken?
Upload the photo above. If it contains GPS EXIF data, you'll immediately see the latitude and longitude plus a button to open the location in Google Maps.
Are my photos uploaded to a server?
No. Everything happens locally in your browser. Your photo is never sent to any server.
Why does my photo show "no location data"?
The photo may have been taken with location services off, be a screenshot, or have had its metadata stripped. Apps like Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp remove GPS data from images when they are shared.
Which formats work?
JPEG and TIFF photos with EXIF GPS data. iPhone HEIC files usually need to be exported or shared as JPEG first.
Is this tool free?
Yes — completely free, no sign-up, and no limit on how many photos you check.