Watermark PDF

Stamp a PDF with centered or tiled text. Adjust the opacity, font size and angle before saving a watermarked copy.

Use a short label to distinguish a proof, draft or internal copy. The watermark is drawn onto each page with adjustable appearance.

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  1. 1Choose files
  2. 2Choose options
  3. 3Download
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Upload a PDF, then set watermark text and style

Tip: You can also paste files directly (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V)

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About Watermark PDF

Use a short label to distinguish a proof, draft or internal copy. The watermark is drawn onto each page with adjustable appearance.

Two stamp patterns

Choose centered or tiled text.

Adjustable appearance

Set opacity, angle and font size.

How to use Watermark PDF

  1. 1

    Set the watermark text

    Choose a PDF and enter Watermark text

  2. 2

    Adjust placement and appearance

    Choose centered or tiled placement and adjust opacity, size and angle

  3. 3

    Apply and inspect

    Press Apply watermark and review pages of different sizes

Formats and practical limits

PDF plus text → watermarked PDF

  • Non-ASCII watermark characters are replaced with question marks.
  • The tool accepts text watermarks. It cannot apply an uploaded logo or choose a subset of pages.

Practical example

Add DRAFT at 30% opacity and 45° to a document proof.

Further reading

Frequently Asked Questions

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Will this prevent copying or editing?

The watermark marks the page visually. Use a separate access-control workflow when protection is required.