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Add custom text or image watermarks to every page of your PDF. Control position, opacity, rotation, color and size — all in your browser.

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Why Use Our PDF Watermark Tool?

More control than any other free watermark tool.

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Text & Image

Add custom text in any color and size, or upload your own logo/image as a watermark.

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Full Control

Set position, opacity, rotation, tiling, and choose which pages to stamp — every detail is customizable.

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100% Private

All processing is done locally in your browser. Your documents never leave your device.

Live Preview

See exactly how your watermark will look on the PDF before applying it — no surprises.

How It Works

Watermark PDF in 3 Steps

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Upload PDF

Drag and drop your PDF or click to select it from your device.

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Customize

Type your text or upload an image. Adjust position, opacity, rotation and size to your preference.

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Download

Click "Apply Watermark" and get your stamped PDF instantly — ready to share or print.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add a logo as a watermark?
Yes! Switch to "Image Watermark" mode, upload a PNG or JPG logo, and adjust its size, position and opacity to your liking.
Can I watermark only specific pages?
Yes. You can choose to watermark all pages, odd pages only, even pages only, or just the first page.
Will the watermark appear on top or behind the content?
The watermark is applied as a layer on top of each page with your chosen opacity, so the original content shows through clearly.
Is my PDF uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens in your browser. Your PDF and watermark image never leave your device at any point.

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Watermark PDF — Complete Guide

Adding a watermark to a PDF overlays text or an image on every page — commonly used to mark documents as CONFIDENTIAL, DRAFT, COPY, or to add a company logo. Watermarks protect intellectual property and control document distribution.

🔒 Confidential documents

Mark sensitive PDFs with "CONFIDENTIAL" or "DO NOT DISTRIBUTE" watermarks before sharing — clearly communicating handling requirements to recipients.

📋 Draft marking

Watermark working documents as "DRAFT" to prevent recipients from treating preliminary versions as final approved content.

🏢 Brand protection

Add a company logo or name watermark to PDF reports and presentations to maintain brand identity and prevent unauthorized redistribution.

🖼️ Image watermarking

Photographers and designers use watermarks on PDF portfolios to protect their work from being used without credit or permission.

PDF watermarks can be applied as text (with custom font, size, opacity, angle, and position) or image overlays on every page. Diagonal watermarks are most common as they're harder to remove. For maximum protection, combine watermarking with PDF password protection to prevent editing or printing of the watermarked document.

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