Add Watermark

Stamp an image or text over your PDF in seconds.

Watermark Options

How to Add Watermark to PDF

  1. Select or drag your PDF file that you would like to add a watermark to
  2. Type text or select an image as a watermark
  3. Select the position where you would like to place the watermark
  4. Apply the changes and download the PDF file with your watermark immediately.

Professional watermark

Put text over your PDF as a watermark in seconds. You can even customize the typography and transparency of your watermark as you need. If you don’t want to add text, you can choose an image instead as a watermark.

Highest quality outcome

You can enjoy the highest flexibility with our PDF watermark tools. We provide a wide range of font settings. From color, size to style and font family. If you already have an image, you can select that too for your watermark.

Online access for any device

You can access this watermark tool from any device connected to the internet. Upload, add watermark, convert, download, share and save your files online.

Any watermark for any device

It doesn't matter whether you are using your mobile, laptop or desktop, or browsing with Chrome, Firefox or Safari - We support all systems from Mac to Windows to Linux (and Ubuntu), to ensure you can add a watermark to your PDF file in the most convenient way.

High level security

Whenever or whatever file you upload to get your PDF modified with a watermark, it will be protected by 256-bit encryption technology. As a matter of privacy concerns, we hold this to the utmost and highest standards.

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Easily add a custom watermark to your PDF documents to protect your content, signify ownership, or mark a document's status, ensuring your files convey professionalism and control wherever they are shared.


Add Watermark

Have you ever needed to send a draft document for review, share sensitive information internally, or simply ensure your company's logo is visibly present on every page of a report? It's frustrating to send out a document without that extra layer of visual identification or protection, leaving its status unclear. Imagine preparing a proposal that's still a work in progress; adding a subtle 'DRAFT' watermark across its pages clearly communicates its current stage. Or perhaps you're distributing a proprietary guide; a semi-transparent company logo lets everyone know its origin. Our Add Watermark tool makes it simple to apply these important visual cues to your PDFs.

Marking Your Documents with Purpose

Watermarks serve several valuable purposes, offering both practical and professional benefits for your PDF documents:

  • Content Identification: Clearly indicate the source or owner of the document, which helps prevent unauthorized use.
  • Security and Deterrence: Visibly signal that a document is protected or confidential, discouraging copying or unapproved distribution.
  • Status Classification: Label documents with terms like 'Draft,' 'Confidential,' 'Sample,' or 'For Review' to inform readers of its current stage or purpose.
  • Brand Presence: Seamlessly integrate your company logo or branding elements into your documents for consistent visual identity.

Choosing Your Watermark Style

Our tool offers flexibility in how you create and apply your watermarks, allowing you to tailor them to your specific needs:

  1. Text Watermarks: Use simple text to convey messages like 'CONFIDENTIAL,' 'DO NOT COPY,' or 'INTERNAL USE ONLY.' You can customize the font, size, color, and even rotation to make it stand out or blend in.
  2. Image Watermarks: Upload your company logo, a copyright symbol, or any image file to be placed as a watermark. Adjust its size and position to fit your document's layout.
  3. Transparency Control: Set the opacity of your watermark. Make it prominent to serve as a strong deterrent, or subtle and semi-transparent so it doesn't distract from the document's main content.
  4. Placement Options: Choose where your watermark appears on the page, whether it's centered, in a corner, or repeated across the document. You can also specify which pages receive the watermark.

Steps to Imprint Your Document

Adding a watermark to your PDF is a straightforward process:

  1. Upload Your PDF: Select the PDF document from your device that you wish to watermark.
  2. Create Your Watermark: Choose between a text or image watermark, and then type your text or upload your image file.
  3. Customize Appearance: Adjust settings such as size, rotation, opacity, color, and placement to achieve the desired look.
  4. Apply and Download: Confirm your settings, and our tool will process the PDF. Your watermarked file will be ready to download quickly.

Ensuring Your Content's Clear Identity

Adding a watermark goes beyond mere aesthetics; it's about clear communication and careful document handling. Our tool provides a simple, effective way to ensure your PDFs carry the right message, whether it's about ownership, confidentiality, or simply your brand's presence, making sure your content is always understood and managed as intended.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is a watermark on a PDF?

A watermark on a PDF is a recognizable text or image that is embedded into the document, usually semi-transparently. Its purpose is to convey information such as ownership, confidentiality, or the document's status without obscuring the main content.

Why would I add a watermark to my PDF?

Adding a watermark helps protect your intellectual property, deters unauthorized use or distribution, indicates the document's status (e.g., 'Draft,' 'Confidential'), and can reinforce your branding by including a logo.

Can I use my company logo as a watermark?

Yes, our tool allows you to upload an image file, such as your company logo, and use it as an image watermark on your PDF documents.

Can I make the watermark transparent?

Yes, you can adjust the opacity or transparency of your watermark. This allows you to make it subtle so it doesn't interfere with readability, or more prominent for stronger visual emphasis.

Will adding a watermark affect the original document's quality?

Our tool is designed to add watermarks without negatively affecting the quality of your original PDF document's content, ensuring text and images remain clear and sharp.

Can I place the watermark anywhere on the page?

Yes, you generally have control over the watermark's placement. You can position it centrally, in corners, along edges, or even repeat it across the entire page, and adjust its rotation.

Is it possible to remove a watermark after it's added?

While watermarks are designed to be difficult to remove, especially those inserted for security, some can be removed with specialized PDF editing software. Our tool focuses on adding watermarks effectively.

Does adding a watermark make my PDF fully secure?

Adding a watermark provides a visual deterrent and an added layer of protection by indicating ownership or status. However, for maximum security, you might consider combining watermarking with password protection or other encryption methods.

Can I add different watermarks to different pages?

Some advanced watermarking tools allow you to apply watermarks to specific pages or page ranges within a multi-page PDF document. You can also add multiple watermarks to a single PDF, layering them.

What types of text can I use for a watermark?

You can use any custom text for your watermark, such as 'CONFIDENTIAL', 'DRAFT', 'SAMPLE', your company name, or a copyright notice. You can also often customize the font, size, and color of the text.

Are there limits to the file size for watermarking?

While our tool is designed to handle a wide range of PDF file sizes, extremely large documents might take a bit longer to process. Most common document sizes are handled efficiently.


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