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Do I need to remove metadata from pictures before uploading?

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Title. I’m not the best with privacy… But wanted to upload a picture of my pupper. Thanks!

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Meow.tar.gz@lemmy.goblackcat.com
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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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apex32@lemmy.world
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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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Agreed - even if it’s doggo… It has data on it

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