1
EWWW Image Optimizer Included
Removes metadata by default; can be turned off to keep EXIF/IPTC.
94feature score
WordPress Image Optimization Plugins with Strip EXIF metadata
Removes camera and location metadata. 7 of the 8 plugins we track include it.
2
Smush Included
Setting to strip EXIF and other unneeded metadata.
92feature score
3
ShortPixel Image Optimizer Included
EXIF can be kept or removed.
90feature score
4
Optimole Included
Advanced setting strips EXIF/IPTC metadata from delivered images.
77feature score
5
Converter for Media Partial
Converted copies drop EXIF/XMP unless 'keep metadata' is on; originals unchanged.
74feature score
6
TinyPNG Included
Metadata is removed unless you choose to keep copyright, date or GPS data.
60feature score
7
Image Optimizer by Elementor Included
Optional EXIF metadata removal.
59feature score