Add Watermark to PDF
Use PDF Magic to add a watermark to PDF documents directly in your browser. This free online PDF tool supports both text and image watermarks and gives you control over position, size, color, opacity, rotation and page range. Add labels such as Confidential, Draft or Sample, insert a company logo or apply a visual ownership mark before downloading the updated PDF.
Why add a watermark to a PDF?
A watermark can communicate document status, identify ownership or discourage unauthorized reuse. Text watermarks are useful for labels such as Draft, Copy, Approved or Confidential, while image watermarks can display a logo, seal or brand symbol. A PDF watermark tool helps apply the same visual mark consistently without rebuilding the original document.
Common uses for PDF watermarks
An online PDF editor for watermarks is useful for business reports, contracts, proposals, training documents, presentations, academic materials, proofs, invoices and downloadable resources. Watermarks can also help distinguish internal copies from public versions.
How to add a watermark to PDF
Upload the PDF document from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
Choose a text or image watermark and customize its appearance.
Select the position and decide which pages should receive the watermark.
Apply the watermark, review the preview and download the updated PDF.
Text watermarks for document status
Text watermarks are quick to create and easy to understand. Use short labels with sufficient contrast, but keep opacity low enough that the original document remains readable. Rotation can help the label cover a larger area without blocking a single line of text.
Image watermarks and logos
Transparent PNG files usually provide the cleanest logo watermark because the background remains invisible. Choose an image with good contrast and use a moderate size so that it identifies the document without dominating the content.
Choosing position, opacity and rotation
Center placement is effective for document status labels, while corners can work well for logos. Lower opacity creates a subtle result, and diagonal rotation is commonly used for words such as Confidential or Draft.
Working with PDF files online
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Frequently asked questions
Can I add both text and image watermarks?
Yes. The tool lets you choose either a text watermark or an uploaded image watermark.
Can I watermark only selected pages?
Yes. You can use all pages, the first page, the last page or a custom page range.
Can I change watermark opacity and rotation?
Yes. Separate controls are available for opacity, rotation and size.
Do I need to install software?
No. The watermark tool works in a compatible web browser.