Because your personal information should stay personal. 

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Identity Stripper is a MacOS application that allows you to remove identifiable information from Images. 

When you take a photo with your smartphone, a lot of information is automatically saved with the photo, the camera or device you used, and even your exact GPS location. Not to mention if you have named the file with actual names or addresses, maybe taken a a photo of someone , street sign or cars registration plate. 

Up loading these photos to web sites or via an application is certainly no guarantee that this information will be removed, especially to auction or social media sites.  

This is where Identity Stripper can process these files. 

There is a free version of the application with basic functionality and limits you to process five (5)  images at a time and a Pro version that adds many advanced features. The Pro version can be purchased at any time via In-App purchase.

Professional Image Privacy Protection for macOS

A powerful macOS application designed to protect your privacy by automatically detecting and removing sensitive information from your images. Whether you're sharing photos online, submitting documents, or preparing images for publication, Identity Stripper ensures your personal data stays private.

Core Privacy Features

Metadata Removal

• GPS Location Data: Automatically strips location coordinates, altitude, and timestamp information

• EXIF Data: Removes camera settings, device information, and technical metadata

• IPTC Data: Cleans headline, caption, keywords, byline, and copyright informationDate/Time Information: Eliminates creation and modification timestamps

• Network Data: Removes any embedded network or connectivity information

Intelligent Content Detection

• Face Detection: Uses advanced Vision framework to identify and redact human faces

• Text Recognition: Detects and redacts text content within images (OCR)

• Filename Analysis: Scans filenames for sensitive information including:

  • Personal names (multi-language database)

  • Geographic locations (countries and cities)

  • Sensitive keywords

  • Combined detection for compound names and locations

Smart Redaction Options

• Blur Redaction: Applies gaussian blur to sensitive areas

• Rectangle Redaction: Covers areas with solid colour rectangles

• Customisable Colours: Choose rectangle colours for different redaction needs

• Selective Processing: Choose which types of content to redact

Professional Output Controls

Advanced Image Scaling (Pro)

• Specific Dimensions: Set exact width and height in pixels

• Percentage Scaling: Scale images by percentage (10% - 400%)

• Aspect Ratio Control: Maintain original proportions or allow distortion

• Format-Aware Limits: Automatically respects file format pixel limitations

• Quality Preservation: High-quality Core Image scaling engine

Multiple Output Formats (Pro)

• JPEG: Industry standard with adjustable compression (10% - 100%)

• PNG: Lossless format for maximum quality

• HEIC: Modern efficient format with compression control

• TIFF: Professional format for print and archival

Image Resizing

• Preset Scales: Quick selection from 10% to 400%

• Custom Scaling: Enter any percentage value

• Batch Resize: Apply consistent sizing across multiple images

File Management

• Save as New: Creates clean copies with '_clean' suffix

• Replace Original: Overwrites original files (use with caution)

• Custom Naming: Set custom filename prefixes and numbering

Professional Watermarking (Pro)

Watermark Positioning

• 9-Position Grid: Strategic placement options across the image

• Multiple Positions: Apply watermarks to multiple locations simultaneously

• Smart Sizing: Automatic scaling based on image dimensions

• Aspect Ratio Preservation: Maintains watermark proportions

Watermark Customisation

• Transparency Control: Adjust opacity from 10% to 100%

• Size Control: Scale watermarks from 10% to 100% of optimal size

• Custom Images: Import your own PNG watermark images

• Real-time Preview: See exactly how watermarks will appear

User Experience

Intuitive Interface

• Drag & Drop: Simply drag images into the application

• Batch Processing: Handle multiple images simultaneously

• Real-time Analysis: Instant feedback on detected sensitive content

• Progress Tracking: Visual progress bars for batch operations

Visual Feedback

• Detection Indicators: Color-coded overlays show detected faces and text

• Filename Highlighting: Sensitive words highlighted in different colours:

  • Keywords (Red)

  • First/Last Names (Orange)

  • Countries (Blue)

  • Cities (Purple)

• Summary Information: Detailed analysis results for each image

Global Accessibility

Multi-Language Support

Complete localisation in 14 languages:

English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), Korean, Arabic, Hindi, Turkish, Ukrainian, Filipino

Intelligent Name Detection

• Multi-Language Databases: Extensive name databases for all supported languages

• Cultural Awareness: Recognises naming conventions across different cultures

• Geographic Intelligence: Identifies countries and cities in multiple languages

• Compound Names: Detects complex location names (e.g., "New York", "San Francisco")

Performance & Quality

Advanced Processing

• Vision Framework: Apple's cutting-edge computer vision technology

• Core Image: Hardware-accelerated image processing

• Memory Optimisation: Efficient handling of large image files

• Background Processing: Non-blocking operations maintain UI responsiveness

Quality Preservation

• Lossless Operations: Metadata removal without image degradation

• High-Quality Scaling: Professional-grade image resizing

• Format Optimisation: Best practices for each output format

• Colour Space Preservation: Maintains original colour profiles

Privacy & Security

Local Processing

• No Cloud Upload: All processing happens on your Mac

• No Data Collection: Your images never leave your device

• Secure Operations: Uses macOS security frameworks

• Sandboxed Environment: Runs in Apple's secure app sandbox

File Safety

• Non-Destructive Options: Original files remain untouched when using "Save as New"

• Backup Recommendations: Clear guidance on file management

• Permission Handling: Secure access to your Photos library

• Error Recovery: Graceful handling of processing errors

Professional Features (Pro)

Advanced Output Control

• Custom File Formats: Choose optimal format for your workflow

• Compression Control: Fine-tune file sizes vs. quality

• Advanced Scaling: Precise dimension control with format limits

• Batch Consistency: Apply consistent settings across large image sets

Watermarking Suite

• Brand Protection: Add company logos or copyright notices

• Batch Watermarking: Consistent branding across image collections

• Professional Layouts: Multiple positioning strategies

• Quality Control: Maintain image quality while adding protection

Enhanced Workflow

• Custom Filename Patterns: Professional naming conventions

• Advanced Redaction: Additional blur and rectangle options

• Extended Format Support: Access to HEIC and TIFF formats

• Priority Processing: Optimised performance for professional use

Getting Started

Built-in Tutorial

• Step-by-Step Guidance: Interactive tutorial for new users

• Feature Explanations: Detailed descriptions of each capability

• Best Practices: Professional tips for optimal results

• Pro Feature Highlights: Clear information about premium capabilities

Simple Workflow

1. Import Images: Drag & drop or import from Photos

2. Review Analysis: See what sensitive content was detected

3. Choose Settings: Select redaction options and output preferences

4. Process Images: Apply privacy protection with one click

5. Save Results: Export clean, privacy-protected images

System Requirements

Compatible with modern macOS versions

Sufficient space for processed image copies

Optional permission for Photos library integration

Optimised for efficient memory usage during batch processing

Privacy Commitment

IdentityStripper is built with privacy as the fundamental principle. Your images are processed entirely on your local machine using Apple's secure frameworks. No data is transmitted to external servers, no analytics are collected, and no personal information is stored. Your privacy protection tool is itself completely private.

Protect Your Privacy. Preserve Your Quality. Process with Confidence.