Add Watermark
Add watermark to PDF files online with text or image stamps. Mark drafts, confidential files, brand assets, and review copies.
What this tool is best for
Use Add Watermark when a PDF needs a visible status mark, brand mark, copyright notice, or ownership signal before it is shared outside the original workflow.
Why people use it
- Targets a specific editing query where users want a visible watermark rather than a full PDF editor.
- Works for draft labels, confidential stamps, review copies, copyright notices, and brand marks.
- Gives users page-level control without sending them through a broader annotation workspace.
What to watch for
- A watermark is a visible deterrent or label, not true access protection. For password control, use <a href="/en/tools/encrypt-pdf">Password Protect PDF</a>.
- If sensitive content must be permanently removed, <a href="/en/tools/find-and-redact">Find and Redact</a> is safer than covering text with a watermark.
Supported inputs
single PDF, draft or confidential documents, text or image watermark assets
Common outputs
watermarked PDF, branded document copy, status-marked review file
About This Tool
Add Watermark is for users who need a visible signal on a PDF before it moves to the next person. That signal might say Draft, Confidential, Sample, Approved, Internal Use Only, or it might be a logo, copyright notice, project name, or ownership mark placed across every page.
The search intent is narrower than general editing. People searching “add watermark to PDF” usually do not need comments, highlights, or form fields. They need a predictable way to place text or an image watermark, adjust opacity and rotation, choose where it appears, and apply it across selected pages.
The page should also explain the boundary between watermarking and security. A watermark can discourage misuse and make document status obvious, but it does not stop someone from opening the file. Use Password Protect PDF for access control, or Find and Redact when visible sensitive text must be removed instead of labeled.
For SEO, this page should stay outcome-focused: add a watermark to a PDF, create a review-ready or branded copy, and avoid pushing users into a broader editor when a single-purpose watermark workflow is enough.
How to Use
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select the document.
Create Watermark
Enter text or upload an image for your watermark. Adjust position, size, opacity, and rotation.
Apply and Download
Click Apply to add the watermark and download your updated PDF.
Use Cases
Document Protection
Add "Confidential" or "Draft" watermarks to indicate document status.
Brand Documents
Add company logos or names to official documents.
Copyright Notice
Add copyright information to protect intellectual property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use an image as a watermark?
Yes, you can upload PNG, JPG, or SVG images to use as watermarks.
Can I make the watermark semi-transparent?
Yes, you can adjust the opacity from fully transparent to fully opaque.
Can I apply different watermarks to different pages?
The tool applies the same watermark to selected pages. For different watermarks, process the document multiple times.
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