PDF TOOLS
PDF Watermark
Add customizable text or logo watermarks to selected PDF pages with a live preview.
Quick answer: Choose a PDF, select the pages, position, size, opacity and rotation, then download the watermarked copy.
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How to use PDF Watermark
- Choose a PDFSelect pages to mark.
- Design the markEnter text or add a logo, then set position, size, opacity and rotation.
- DownloadReview that body text is still readable.
About this tool
A watermark labels a document: DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, a client name or a company logo. Design it on a live preview, choose the pages, and the mark is stamped onto a new copy.
Common uses: Mark drafts, add review labels, identify internal copies or place a light ownership notice on selected pages.
Practical example: Use a short phrase, moderate opacity and a position that does not cover signatures, tables or important text. Test one page before applying it to all pages.
Important limitation: A watermark is visual content, not a security control. It can affect readability and may not prevent copying or removal.
Watermarks are drawn locally on a copy of your PDF. Read the privacy information.
How it works
Text or an image is drawn on each selected page at the position, size, opacity and rotation you choose, and the result is saved as a new PDF.
Real-world uses
- Marking a document CONFIDENTIAL or DRAFT
- Adding a company logo to reports
- Labeling review copies
Watermarks that do the job without hurting readability
Keep the mark light and large rather than dark and small. Around 20–30% opacity and a diagonal angle is a common style for draft notices because it is noticeable but does not hide the text beneath. For ownership marks, a smaller logo in a corner is less intrusive.
Test on one page before applying to all. Check pages that contain tables or signatures, since a large mark can cover small numbers. You can choose just the pages that need it.
A watermark is a deterrent, not security. It can be cropped, covered or removed by someone with the right tools, so do not rely on it to protect confidential material. For that, use Protect PDF or avoid sharing the file at all.
Tips for better results
- Use low opacity so the content stays legible.
- Diagonal marks are harder to crop than corner marks.
- Watermarks are visual, not security.
Frequently asked questions
Can I watermark selected pages?
Yes. Choose the pages or range and preview the placement before creating the new PDF.
Can I remove a watermark later?
The tool creates a new marked copy. Keep the original if you may need an unmarked version later.
Are my files uploaded?
Watermarks are drawn locally on a copy of your PDF.
Can I watermark only some pages?
Yes.
Can I use an image?
Yes, add a logo and set its size and opacity.
Can I use my logo as a watermark?
Yes. Upload a PNG, ideally with a transparent background, and set its size, position and opacity.
Can I put the watermark on only some pages?
Yes. Choose the pages in the page selection before creating the file.
Can the watermark be removed later?
Someone with PDF editing software may be able to remove it, so it is a visible label rather than protection. Keep the unmarked original.