Guide
How Location Metadata Works on iPhone and Android
Last reviewed: September 1, 2026
Capture settings and file metadata are separate from gallery data
Camera location settings can influence whether a captured file includes coordinates. Device galleries and cloud photo libraries may also keep account-side location information that is separate from embedded file GPS.
Check before sending
Settings labels can change between operating-system versions. Rather than relying only on a setting, inspect the exported copy you actually intend to share. This is especially helpful after editing, downloading or choosing a document/file sharing mode.