Add a Watermark to a PDF – Free, Instant

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How To Add a Watermark to a PDF – Free, Instant Online for Free

1

Upload the PDF file you want to watermark.

2

Type your watermark text and choose its font, color, size, and opacity.

3

Check the live preview and adjust the angle until it looks right.

4

Click 'Add Watermark' and download your stamped PDF.

Custom Text

Stamp any text you like across your document — draft labels, confidentiality notices, or a brand name.

Adjustable Opacity

Dial the watermark in from a faint hint to a bold, unmissable stamp.

Live Preview

See your watermark's font, size, color and angle rendered on the page before you commit.

Fast Processing

Every page gets stamped in seconds, no matter how long your document is.

Secure & Private

Your files are encrypted using TLS and automatically deleted from our cloud servers after 1 hour.

Any Device

Watermark your PDF documents from any device with a modern browser.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I choose the font?
Yes, pick from several common fonts, plus size and rotation angle, with a live preview as you adjust them.
Will the watermark appear on every page?
Yes, the watermark is applied consistently across every page of your document.
Can I make the watermark subtle?
Yes, use the opacity slider to make it as faint or as bold as you'd like.
Is it free to watermark PDFs?
Yes, this tool is free to use with certain daily limits.
Are my files kept private?
Yes, all files are encrypted in transit and deleted from our servers after 1 hour.

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