Add a watermark to a PDF

Stamp text or a logo across pages.

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Mark drafts as DRAFT, label sensitive documents CONFIDENTIAL, or brand a proposal with your logo. Watermarks are drawn into each page as real vector text or embedded images, with full control over size, angle, transparency and placement.

How to add a watermark to a PDF

  1. Add one or more PDFs.
  2. Type your text or pick a logo, then adjust size, angle and opacity.
  3. Apply and download the watermarked files.

Good to know

  • Text watermarks support any language thanks to an embedded Unicode font.
  • A watermark deters casual copying, but anyone with editing software can remove one. For real control, also protect the PDF with a password.

Frequently asked questions

Can I watermark only certain pages?

Yes. Enter page numbers or ranges in the Pages field.

How do I make a watermark see-through?

Lower the opacity slider – 15–30% works well for most text watermarks.

Can I use my logo?

Choose Image, upload a PNG with a transparent background, and adjust its size.

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