Watermark PDF

Add a text watermark with adjustable angle and opacity.

Add your PDF Enter watermark text and choose its pages, position and size.

Up to 60 characters. Use common letters, numbers and punctuation; emojis are unsupported.

Leave blank to watermark every page.

Position and appearance (optional)

Position is calculated from the visible page orientation.

A central diagonal often works well for drafts and copies.

Between 18 and 72 points. Text shrinks automatically if it does not fit.

Low opacity helps preserve readability.

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We do not send your file or text contents to a processing server. No account is needed and there is no daily operation quota. Individual tools have size limits to protect your device’s memory.

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How to use this tool

  1. Enter a short notice such as DRAFT, without emoji.
  2. Select sheets and adjust position, size, angle and opacity.
  3. Open the copy and check readability on light, dark and landscape sheets.

An example you can verify

Identify a working copy before sharing it for review.

Example input

Text DRAFT; pages 1-3; low opacity.

Expected result

Three sheets with the notice overlaid on their contents.

A watermark does not encrypt the file or restrict printing. Check that the original text remains readable.

Settings and limits

Enter up to 60 characters and choose pages. The font supports common letters and punctuation, without emojis.

Up to 120 MB and 500 pages per document. Output copies also support up to 500 pages. Encrypted PDFs are unsupported. Check links, forms, annotations and signatures after editing a document. Available memory may require smaller batches.

Frequently asked questions

Are existing watermarks removed?

No. Another notice is added over the contents. A visual watermark does not restrict copying or printing.

Are my files uploaded?

No. Your file and result are processed locally in your browser. No account is needed.

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