ExifToolGUI

Spec sheet

Purpose

ExifToolGUI is a graphical interface for viewing and editing metadata with ExifTool.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Maker

The project README says Frank revived the ExifToolGUI project in 2023; it does not state an HQ or founding year for a company.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

ExifTool dependency

ExifTool is a requirement, and the installer can take care of required components; some features require a recent ExifTool version.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

GPS and maps

The app includes an OpenStreetMap map feature and geocoding using Overpass API or geocode.maps.co; internet access must be enabled for map and geocoding features.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Image operations

JPG rotation and cropping are handled in native Delphi code, without requiring Jhead.exe or Jpegtran.exe.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Map integration

MapTiler registration and an API key are required to choose additional map base layers beyond the standard layers.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Metadata editing

The GUI supports editing frequently used metadata tags and modifying multiple selected files at once where appropriate.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Metadata formats

The documentation lists metadata export to TXT, MIE, XMP, EXIF, and HTML files.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Metadata viewing

The project describes its goal as viewing all metadata tags recognized by ExifTool.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Portable option

A portable version is available and does not need installation; it creates temporary files and saves settings under the user's APPDATA directory by default.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Release

The repository identifies V6.3.12, updated May 8, 2026, as its released version and links to a latest release download.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Security and source

The project states that all source code is on GitHub, uses no closed-source third-party libraries, and is licensed under GPL-3.0.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Supported Windows

The documentation says it should run on Windows 7 and 8 in 32-bit or 64-bit, recommends Windows 10 or 11 for map and geocoding, and excludes Windows XP or earlier.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Windows integration

Optional Windows features include Explorer context menu registration, single-instance mode, and minimizing to the system tray.Read 11 Oct 2026 · github.com

Plans and prices

Every ExifToolGUI plan and price →

Where Specifiction places it

• Photo Metadata Editors#14 of 317.6