Edit Metadata
The Edit Metadata tool lets you view and edit all the metadata fields stored in your GPX or FIT file. This includes the activity name, description, author details, copyright information, keywords, and links.
Editable Fields
General Information
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | The activity or route name (e.g., "Morning Ride") |
| Description | Free-form text describing the activity |
| Keywords | Comma-separated tags for categorisation |
| Time | The file creation or activity start time |
Author
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | The author or creator name |
| Author email address | |
| Link URL | A URL associated with the author (e.g., website) |
| Link Text | Display text for the author link |
Copyright
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Author | The copyright holder name |
| Year | Copyright year (4 digits) |
| License URL | URL to the applicable license (e.g., Creative Commons) |
Links
You can add multiple links to the file metadata. Each link has a URL, display text, and MIME type. Use the Add Link button to add new entries, or the delete button to remove existing ones.
Quick Actions
- Clear All - Empty every metadata field at once
When to Use
Renaming Activities
Change the activity name before exporting. The name appears in the stats panel and is included in the exported GPX file as both the metadata name and the track name.
Adding Attribution
Add author information and copyright details before sharing a route publicly. This is useful for route creators who want to maintain credit when others use their files.
Adding Links
Attach links to related resources such as a blog post about the ride, a Strava activity, or the original route source.
Cleaning Up Before Export
Review and tidy metadata before uploading to platforms. Some platforms display the file name, description, and author, so it is worth checking these fields are correct.
Preserving Original Time
The metadata time field is preserved from the original file. You can edit it to correct timezone issues or set it to a specific date and time.
GPX Spec Compliance
All fields follow the GPX 1.1 specification. The exported GPX will include the standard elements:
<name>,<desc>,<keywords>,<time><author>with<name>,<email>, and<link>sub-elements<copyright>with<year>and<license><link>elements with<text>and<type>
Notes
- Editing is non-destructive - your original file is not modified
- Changes can be undone using the undo feature before downloading
- Clearing a field removes it from the exported file entirely
- FIT files have limited metadata support - only name, description, and time are typically available
- The tool works alongside Privacy Scrub - use Privacy Scrub to remove sensitive data, and Edit Metadata to add or update fields