VisionTagger – Generate image metadata locally on Apple Silicon Macs

Summary: VisionTagger creates captions, keywords, and structured metadata for photos entirely on-device without cloud uploads or subscriptions. It supports custom metadata schemas and exports data in XMP, JSON, or TXT formats, integrating with Photos Library and Finder tags on macOS 26 Tahoe and later.

What it does

VisionTagger generates image metadata using built-in or user-defined fields with per-field prompts, then exports or writes this data back to the Photos Library or Finder tags. It operates fully on Apple Silicon Macs running macOS 26 or newer.

Who it's for

It is designed for Mac users managing large photo libraries who need reliable, customizable metadata without relying on cloud services.

Why it matters

It solves the problem of inconsistent or inaccessible photo metadata by enabling precise, local generation and management of searchable captions and tags.