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PDF WATERMARKER · FREE · NO SIGNUP

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Add custom text or image watermarks to any PDF. Control opacity, angle, size and position. Runs entirely in your browser.

Text & ImageWatermarks
FullOpacity Control
AnyAngle
9Positions
FreeForever
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What is a PDF watermark tool?

A PDF watermark tool stamps a visible mark — text such as "CONFIDENTIAL" or "DRAFT", or an image such as a company logo — across every page of a PDF. The watermark is embedded directly into the page content, making it visible to all readers and deterring unauthorised distribution or copying.

Watermarks serve two main purposes: branding and document control. Branded proposals sent to clients carry your logo on every page. Internal drafts marked "DRAFT" or "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION" signal their status clearly. EditPDF AI applies watermarks entirely in your browser, so the document never needs to be uploaded.

Practical examples

Common ways people use this tool in real documents and day-to-day workflows.

Creative & design professionals

Add a logo or "SAMPLE" watermark to proof copies of artwork, photography, or design work shared with clients before final payment.

Legal & compliance teams

Mark documents as "CONFIDENTIAL", "PRIVILEGED", or "DRAFT" before circulating them internally or to external parties.

Publishing & content teams

Watermark advance reader copies of books, reports, or white papers before distributing to reviewers.

Businesses & agencies

Brand every page of a proposal or report with a company logo so recipients always know the document's origin.

How it works

1

Upload your PDF

Drop your PDF onto the page or click to select it. All processing happens in your browser.

2

Configure the watermark

Type your watermark text, choose the font size, colour, opacity, and rotation. Or upload an image watermark (logo, stamp).

3

Apply and download

Click Add Watermark. The watermark is applied to every page and the PDF downloads instantly.

Frequently asked questions

Can I add a watermark to every page at once?+
Yes. The watermark is applied to all pages simultaneously. There is no need to repeat it per page.
Can I use my company logo as a watermark?+
Yes. Upload a PNG or JPG image and it will be used as the watermark instead of text. Transparent PNG files work best.
Is the watermark permanent?+
Yes. The watermark is embedded into the PDF content stream. It cannot be removed without specialist software.
Can I control the opacity?+
Yes. The opacity slider lets you set the watermark from fully transparent to fully opaque, so it can be subtle or prominent.
Will the watermark affect text in the PDF?+
No. The watermark is added as a new layer. The original text and images remain selectable and searchable.

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