File X-Ray for Photographers
A client wants the proof gallery "right now" and the export is a 500 MB file that will not send. If you work as one of the photographers, 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 Photographers use File X-Ray
Day to day, photographers handle contact sheets, client galleries, model releases, photo contracts, print proofs and pricing guides — exactly the kind of files this tool is built for.
- Compressing a large gallery PDF so a client preview link loads quickly.
- Merging contract, model release and pricing into one onboarding PDF.
- Watermarking proofs before sending them for client selection.
- Converting image sets into a single clean PDF deliverable.
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 photographers work
- ✓Compression that keeps your images sharp, not muddy.
- ✓Watermarking that protects unpaid proofs.
- ✓No platform re-compressing and degrading your work.
File X-Ray — Frequently asked questions
Is File X-Ray free for photographers?
Yes. Compression that keeps your images sharp, not muddy. There is no signup, no trial and no watermark on your files.
What kind of files can photographers use File X-Ray for?
File X-Ray works with the documents photographers handle every day — contact sheets, client galleries, model releases, photo contracts, print proofs and pricing guides. A common case: Compressing a large gallery PDF so a client preview link loads quickly.
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.