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ExifRenamer

qdev.de

Free plan macOS
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Spec score 7.7 #13 of 31 in File Renaming Software

What it is

ExifRenamer is a free macOS app that renames photos, movie clips and audio clips from embedded date and time information. Its suggested YYYY-MM-DD_hh-mm-ss pattern gives filenames chronological order in Finder. Users can drag files onto the app icon or configure it as an automatic task in Apple Image Capture. A preview appears before renaming, with controls for naming styles, prefixes, suffixes, time-difference correction and sequence counters. The app can create a destination folder, move renamed files there and forward them to other applications. Listed formats include JPEG, TIFF, MOV, MP4, M4V, AVI, AIFF, AIF, WAV, MRW, NEF, CRW, CR2 and THM, with camera support including Casio, Olympus and Canon. ExifRenamer changes only filenames, not file contents. Some cameras may omit the required date and time metadata in supported formats, so extraction can fail. The page lists version 2.4.0 (15) and compatibility with macOS Sequoia. The plan is free, with optional donations.

Spec sheet

Purpose
ExifRenamer renames digital photos, movie clips, and audio clips using embedded date and time information.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Support
The maker says they are willing to analyze file formats the app has trouble with if users provide one or more test files.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Batch workflow
Users can drag and drop photos onto the program icon or set it as an automatic task in Apple Image Capture.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Camera compatibility
The maker says it supports many camera vendors, including Casio, Olympus, and Canon.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Chronological names
Its suggested filename format is YYYY-MM-DD_hh-mm-ss, which lets files sort chronologically by name in Finder.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
File handling
The maker states that ExifRenamer does not alter file contents and changes only the filename.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
File organization
It can automatically create a destination folder and move renamed files into it.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Format limitation
Some cameras may not store the required Exif date and time information in supported file formats, so the app may be unable to extract it.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Formats
Supported formats listed include JPEG, TIFF, MOV, MP4, M4V, AVI, AIFF, AIF, WAV, MRW, NEF, CRW, CR2, and THM.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Integration
Renamed files can be forwarded to other applications.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Price
The maker invites users to send a donation if they like the program.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Rename controls
It offers file preview, customizable naming styles, prefixes and suffixes, time difference correction, and sequence counters.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Risk notice
The maker says the program is used at the user's own risk and disclaims responsibility for damage caused directly or indirectly.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de
Version and compatibility
The page lists version 2.4.0 (15) and says current versions are fully compatible with macOS Sequoia.Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de

Plans and prices

ExifRenamer Free macOS app · donation optional Read 10 Oct 2026 · qdev.de

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Renames photos, video and audio from metadata
  • Preview and customizable naming controls
  • Batch drag-and-drop workflow
  • Creates folders and moves renamed files
  • Does not alter file contents

Limits

  • macOS only
  • Missing date metadata can prevent renaming
  • Maker disclaims responsibility for damage
  • Donation is optional but no paid support is listed

Who it suits

It suits Mac users who want metadata-based batch renaming and chronological filenames for media files. Preview, custom naming controls and Image Capture integration support recurring workflows.

Verdict

ExifRenamer focuses on straightforward, metadata-driven filename cleanup for Mac media libraries. Its format coverage and automation options are broad, but success depends on usable embedded date information.

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