Do I need to remove metadata from pictures before uploading?
Do I need to remove metadata from pictures before uploading?
Title. I'm not the best with privacy... But wanted to upload a picture of my pupper. Thanks!
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Exif data is stripped when uploading to Lemmy.
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But you never know (unless you run your own instance) if your instance has been modified to record it somewhere before it is removed.
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But it is an open source project and the developers views are strongly in favor of privacy, so yeah you can self host it or check the source code. But I think it's safe to assume they didn't program it like that.
Note that people who host an instance can theoretically change it, but still I wouldn't worry it'll actually happen.
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But it is an open source project and the developers views are strongly in favor of privacy, so yeah you can self host it or check the source code. But I think it's safe to assume they didn't program it like that.
Note that people who host an instance theoretically change it, but still I wouldn't worry it'll actually happen.
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Apologies on the delay!!! Work happens. Good to know that is covered.
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@ButterMyButtcheeks anybody know about kbin?
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Just guessing based on this open issue, kbin has not done this yet.
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I looked at kbin before going with lemmy... So not sure what kbin can do
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Great question, but also better to remove it yourself just for the peace of mind.
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Yep, safest route is to be cautious and do it yourself if it is enough of a concern.
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That is an absolutely amazing question that I'd also like the answer to.
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I did a test upload of an image I knew had location data and it appeared to be stripped when I viewed the post. That being said I'd like a definitive answer and I do agree with everyone saying, the only way to know for sure is to do it yourself.
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Just to be sure you should always remove information, you don't want on the internet, by yourself.
I always have most metadata storage disabled on my smartphone. Good way to prevent leaking of a location stored in images.
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Follow-up question: how one removes the metadata from a picture or archive ?
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Using tools like meta data cleaner from flathub and other tools have the feature built in. Also like with main social media it does it when uploaded
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I would suggest getting to the root of the issue and disable it on your camera app.
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On to look at the Google app to see if there are settings for it
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Take on step further and also disable capturing location from the camera app. But also additionally remove metadata before uploading.
BTW we are waiting for your pupper's picture OP.
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So I tried uploading through Jerboa app... And it's giving me a java error exception. So now off to some other hosting site.
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And now I'm throwing the towel in until I get on desktop. It's a corgi, be stoked.
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I'm getting to it... I just got to this thread after work. Hold me accountable
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If sharing from iOS, you can chose to strip the information when sharing.
The language on the toggle however suggests the metadata is only shared when using AirDrop.
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On Android, you can use Scrambled EXIF or Image Pipe through the share menu, or through file selection.
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I'm not sure anyone would want to steal your butter.
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It's quality butter
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How do you apply it?
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I'd disable attaching metadata to pictures in your phone setting in the first place, especially location.
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It's a good idea for the sake of your privacy to remove the metadata from the picture. While for a picture of a pet it is less important, it's still a good idea to get in the habit of nixing the metadata. Don't make it easier for you to be tracked and profiled.
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for a picture of a pet it is less important
What? That would likely give away the location of your home.
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Why would it be less important for pet pics though? I think it would be more important because you probably take those pics at home and your home location might get leaked.
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Agreed - even if it's doggo... It has data on it
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