Imagine you have a letter. The letter itself is the main message, but there’s also hidden information around it, like the date it was written, the computer it was created on, or even where the photo in the document was taken. This hidden information is like a little trail of breadcrumbs.
‘Scrubbing metadata’ is like erasing those breadcrumbs. It’s the process of removing that hidden information from your digital files, like documents, photos, or videos. Our devices come with a built-in tool that automatically removes this before you share the file via messaging, to social media, or other platforms, meaning you can share your files without worrying about accidentally sharing your private information.