ExifTool
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VisitExifTool vs PhotoME
What both publish
| Fact | ExifTool | PhotoME |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Canada | Warstein, Germany |
| Purpose | ExifTool is a Perl library and command-line application for reading, writing and editing metadata in many kinds of files. | PhotoME shows and edits image metadata, including Exif and IPTC-NAA data, and analyzes ICC profiles. |
| Security | The version history includes security updates. | The FAQ says package files are tested with 32 antivirus engines before each release and describes antivirus detections as possible false positives. |
| Support | The maker directs users to the ExifTool forum to discuss issues. | The FAQ invites users to contact [email protected] with questions, unsupported camera information, and feature ideas. |
ExifTool plans
- ExifToolFree
PhotoME plans
- FreewareFree
Pick ExifTool if…
ExifTool suits people who need command-line or library-based access to metadata across varied file types. It can also suit developers integrating its capabilities into C++ applications.
Pick PhotoME if…
PhotoME may suit Windows users who need to inspect image metadata, camera notes, ICC profiles, or GPS information. Its listed capabilities are aimed at individual image work rather than batch processing.