File X-Ray for Journalists
A story drops at 6 AM and you still need a source's name gone from every leaked page. If you work as one of the journalists, you have been there. Confileo's File X-Ray tool reveals the hidden metadata stored inside a file — free, in your browser, with your files deleted automatically the moment you are done.
Start Using File X-Ray NowWhy Journalists use File X-Ray
Day to day, journalists handle interview transcripts, leaked documents, press kits, public records, research dossiers and story drafts — exactly the kind of files this tool is built for.
- Redacting a source's identity from a document before it is published or shared.
- Transcribing recorded interviews into text fast on a tight news cycle.
- Merging a stack of public-records PDFs into one searchable dossier.
- Stripping metadata that could expose where a file came from.
How to file x-ray in 3 steps
- 1Upload the file you want to inspect.
- 2View every piece of embedded metadata.
- 3See exactly what the file is quietly carrying.
Built for the way journalists work
- ✓Sensitive documents are processed then deleted — no cloud copy to subpoena.
- ✓Redaction removes the underlying text, protecting your source.
- ✓Metadata inspection shows exactly what a file is quietly carrying.
File X-Ray — Frequently asked questions
Is File X-Ray free for journalists?
Yes. Sensitive documents are processed then deleted — no cloud copy to subpoena. There is no signup, no trial and no watermark on your files.
What kind of files can journalists use File X-Ray for?
File X-Ray works with the documents journalists handle every day — interview transcripts, leaked documents, press kits, public records, research dossiers and story drafts. A common case: Redacting a source's identity from a document before it is published or shared.
What metadata can it find?
Author, software, dates, device details and other hidden fields embedded in the file.
Why does metadata matter?
Files can silently leak who, when and how they were created — important to check before sharing.
How do I see the hidden data inside a file before sharing it?
Upload the file and the tool shows all the metadata embedded in it, so you know what it carries before sending it.
Does it reveal who created the file and with what software?
Yes. It shows the author name, the software used, and the creation and modification dates if embedded.
Does it reveal where a photo was taken (GPS)?
If the photo carries embedded location data, it appears here — an important reason to check images before posting.
Is the file processed privately?
Yes. The file is inspected in your session only to show its data, then deleted, and never sent anywhere.