How to add a watermark
- Select the PDF file.
- Set the text, color, size, opacity and angle.
- Press Add Watermark and the file is saved.
π‘ Why documents need a watermark
Marking a document with "CONFIDENTIAL," a company name, or "do not distribute" makes ownership and authorization clear if it's ever leaked or copied without permission.
- π§ Subtle by design: Lower the opacity to keep the watermark unobtrusive without hurting readability.
- π¨ Flexible styling: Adjust color, size and angle β from a large diagonal stamp to a small discreet mark.
- π Non-Latin text supported: A bundled font ensures non-Latin watermark text renders correctly.
π Where is a watermark useful?
- Marking copyright β add "Confidential" or "Copyright" text to distributed material to discourage unauthorized copying.
- Marking drafts β a "DRAFT" watermark clearly separates review copies from the final version.
- Adding a company name β stamp your company name across proposals and reports for branding.
- Tracing leaks β embed a recipient's name or distribution number so a leaked copy can be traced back.
β¨ How to add one without it looking heavy-handed
- Lowering opacity to 20β30% keeps the watermark visible without obscuring the text underneath.
- A diagonal angle (45Β°) means the mark still shows up in copies or screenshots.
- A light gray or muted red tone that contrasts with the body text usually works well.
π Can I remove a watermark afterward?
A watermark added by this tool is baked directly into the saved PDF, so removing it later requires the original file. Keep a copy of your PDF before adding a watermark, just in case.
Frequently asked questions
- Is my file uploaded to a server?
- No. All processing happens inside your browser.
- Can I use non-Latin text?
- Yes. A bundled font ensures non-Latin text renders correctly.
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