Exiv2 Exiv2

c++library cmd commandline cpluspluslibrary exif iccprofile imagemetadata iptc jpeg makernote xmp

Use this command to install Exiv2:

winget install --id=Exiv2.Exiv2 -e

A C++ library and a command-line utility to read, write, delete and modify Exif, IPTC, XMP and ICC image metadata.

Exiv2 is a C++ library and command-line utility designed to manage image metadata by reading, writing, deleting, and modifying Exif, IPTC, XMP, and ICC profile data.

Key Features:

Cross-platform support for managing metadata in various image formats.
High-performance tools for efficient handling of large datasets.
Integration with major desktop environments like KDE and GNOME.
Support for multiple image formats, including JPEG, RAW, and more.
Command-line utility for scripting and batch processing tasks.
Free software available under a permissive license.

Audience & Benefit:
Ideal for developers building photo management tools, as well as hobbyists and professionals managing large collections of digital images. Exiv2 enables users to organize, tag, and manipulate image metadata efficiently without relying on graphical interfaces, streamlining workflows and ensuring consistent metadata handling across projects.