Change Exif data: 5 good programs

In this practical tip, we present five good programs that you can use to change the Exif data of images.

1. Exifer: Change Exif data

• Exifer has been around for a few years, but is still suitable for the convenient processing of Exif data.
• The tool can be used, among other things, to read and edit the zoom factor, date, time, exposure and aperture as well as around 100 other items of information.
• Exifer is available for free download from CHIP Online.

2. Exif Date Changer

• The Exif Date Changer focuses on changing the recording date.
• You can also add the recording time to photos that do not have Exif data, such as scanned documents.
• The changes can be applied to a single image or an entire folder.
• The Exif Date Changer is available for free download from CHIP Online. Only JPG images can be edited in the free version.

3. ExifTool

• With the ExifTool, not only Exif but also GPS, IPCT, XMP and JFIF data can be edited.
• The tool is used from the command line, which can be quite complicated, especially for beginners. If you are looking for a graphical interface, you can optionally download it.
• The ExifTool is available for free download from CHIP Online.

4. Geosetter

• The GeoSetter program is also based on the ExifTool. This allows Exif data to be adjusted and coordinates to be displayed in the integrated Google Maps map.
• The tool is compatible with JPEG and TIFF files as well as various RAW formats, including DNG, CRW, CR2 and THM.
• Geosetter is available for free download on the manufacturer's website.

5. PhotoMe

• With PhotoMe you can read out and edit IPTC-NAA tags as well as ICC profile data in addition to Exif.
• The tool supports formats such as JPEG, TIFF, GIF, PNG and RAW. GPS data can be displayed on a map.
• PhotoMe is available for free download from the manufacturer's website.

If, in addition to the Exif data, you also want to edit the images themselves, you will find three free tools for downloading them in the next practical tip.