Watermark PDF
Stamp DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, or any custom text on your PDF pages — live preview, free, private.
How to use Watermark PDF
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Upload your PDF
Drop or browse to select the PDF you want to watermark. A full preview of all pages will appear.
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Configure your watermark
Type your watermark text, choose color, opacity, size, and position. The preview updates live so you can see exactly how it will look.
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Select pages and Apply
By default all pages are watermarked. Uncheck any pages you want to skip. Click 'Add Watermark' to download the finished PDF.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add a text watermark to a PDF document?
Upload your PDF, type your custom text, adjust the opacity and rotation settings, and click 'Apply Watermark'.
Can I adjust the opacity of my custom text watermark?
Yes, you can use the opacity slider to make the watermark semi-transparent.
Can I rotate the text watermark on the PDF page?
Yes, you can rotate the watermark to any angle, such as 45 degrees, using the rotation slider.
Can I customize the text color of my watermark?
Yes, you can choose from a color picker or input a hex code to customize the watermark's color.
Will the watermark be applied to every page of the PDF?
Yes, the watermark is automatically stamped onto every page of the document.
Does adding a watermark make underlying text unreadable?
No, by lowering the opacity, the watermark acts as an overlay that allows underlying text to remain readable.
Is this PDF watermarking tool free to use?
Yes, it is entirely free without any limitations.
Are my PDF files uploaded to an external server?
No, the watermarking process takes place securely inside your local browser.
Can I watermark scanned PDF documents?
Yes, the text watermark is rendered on top of scanned pages as well.
Does adding a watermark reduce document resolution?
No, the original document resolution and quality remain unchanged.
Can I type custom words like "CONFIDENTIAL" or "DRAFT"?
Yes, you can input any custom text string you desire.
Can I preview the watermark before downloading the document?
The settings adjustments are applied immediately when you click generate, and you can test settings easily.
Does the watermarking tool work on smartphone browsers?
Yes, the tool is fully optimized for mobile browsers.
Is desktop software required to watermark a PDF?
No, it works seamlessly in your browser without requiring Adobe Acrobat or other software.
Does the tool append its own branding or logo?
No, we only apply the custom text you specify. We never add our own branding.
Will watermarked PDFs print clearly?
Yes, the vector text watermarks print with perfect clarity.
Can I adjust the font size of my text watermark?
Yes, there is a slider that allows you to scale the text up or down as needed.
Can I watermark password-protected PDF files?
You will need to unlock the PDF using our Unlock PDF tool first.
How quickly does the tool process watermarked files?
The stamping process takes only a few seconds, even for large documents.
Can I remove the watermark later using this tool?
No, watermarks are permanently flattened into the PDF for security purposes. Save a backup of your original file.