Terms of Use
Rules for lawful, authorized use of the MetaRinse image metadata cleaner and the limits of the service.
Acceptance and operator
These terms govern use of MetaRinse, operated by JS YOO.
Permitted use
Use MetaRinse only with images you own or have lawful permission to edit.
MetaRinse does not verify whether you hold the necessary rights to an image.
You are responsible for obtaining the rights needed to use and share the image, complying with copyright law, deciding whether to remove metadata, and reviewing the output.
Use by minors
A minor should use MetaRinse with a parent or legal guardian’s help or consent when applicable law requires it. A minor should not send personal photos or sensitive information by email.
Prohibited use
- Do not use MetaRinse to disguise stolen images or remove attribution in order to reuse another person’s work.
- Do not use it to create false documents, evade platform safeguards, bypass moderation, or facilitate unlawful conduct.
- Do not interfere with the service, distribute malicious files, or misrepresent MetaRinse as providing anonymity or forensic guarantees.
Processing and output
The cleaner runs locally. JPEG/WebP compression, PNG regeneration, color-profile handling, file size, binary bytes, and subtle pixel values can change. Keep the original separately and inspect the output before relying on it.
No guarantee of anonymity
MetaRinse reports what its configured scanner can read. It does not remove visible information, filename context, cloud records, backups, or every possible forensic trace. The service is provided without a promise that any file is anonymous, authentic, or suitable for a particular purpose.
Copyright and ownership
Removing a metadata field does not transfer copyright, create permission, or change ownership. Rights remain with their lawful holders.
Changes and contact
Material product or policy changes are recorded in the changelog. Questions may be sent to metarinse@gmail.com.
Governing law and disputes
These terms and use of MetaRinse are governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea. A dispute is handled by a court with jurisdiction under applicable Korean law. Nothing in these terms excludes rights or protections that cannot lawfully be excluded.