📌 Soon, Teams will automatically remove EXIF metadata from images shared in chats and channels!
If you’re unfamiliar with EXIF data, it’s the hidden information embedded in photos, such as:
- GPS location
- Device model
Most users share images without realizing that this data travels with the file, potentially exposing sensitive information. But from early Feb 2026, Teams on Windows, Mac, and Web will strip this metadata by default when images are shared.
- The image looks exactly the same
- Only the hidden metadata is removed!
This stops accidental leakage of location or device details through everyday image sharing. But if your organization relies on EXIF data for workflows like audits, diagnostics, or investigations, there is a workaround:
➡️ Upload the image to OneDrive and share the link in Teams to preserve metadata.
Finally, a meaningful win for privacy and security!