Add Watermark to PDF
How to add watermark to PDF
Upload the PDF you want to mark by selecting it or using drag and drop.
Choose image or text, then customize the font, opacity, size, and placement.
Preview the watermarked pages, apply your settings, and click download.
Why add watermark to PDF files
A simple way to add watermarks
Our Add Watermark to PDF tool places custom text or a company logo on document pages. Adjust font, opacity, size, and placement, then preview the result.
To add a watermark to a PDF, upload one file, choose text or image, apply it across selected pages, and download the watermarked file.
Who may need to add a watermark to a PDF
Students
Label drafts, assignments, and research documents with a name or custom text before sharing or submitting the PDF.
Creative professionals
Watermark photos inside PDF portfolios with custom text or a logo, then preview each page before downloading the marked document.
Business teams
Place a company logo, department name, or document status across proposals, reports, and other branded PDF files.
Educators
Add a text watermark to worksheets, lesson materials, and classroom documents to show authorship or indicate their status.
Administrative teams
Insert a watermark on internal forms, review copies, and reference documents to make their purpose immediately visible.
Students
Label drafts, assignments, and research documents with a name or custom text before sharing or submitting the PDF.
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FAQ
How do I add my watermark?
Upload your PDF, choose whether you want a text watermark or logo, and enter your custom text or select an image file. Customize the font, opacity, size, and position. Preview the pages, apply the watermark, and click download when the watermarked file looks right.
What is a watermark used for?
A watermark is used to identify a document, communicate its status, or connect it with a person or brand. Common examples include a company logo, a draft label, or ownership text. It can discourage unauthorized use while keeping the underlying PDF content visible.
What does it mean to add a watermark?
Adding a watermark means placing visible text or an image over document content. It can identify a brand, label a draft, show ownership, or provide context. You control its appearance and position, then preview the PDF before deciding when to download the result.
Can you show me how to use a watermark?
Start by deciding what the mark should communicate. Add text for a name, status, or notice, or upload a logo for visual branding. Set the opacity and placement so the document remains readable, preview the pages, and apply the settings before downloading.
What should I do when I am done watermarking?
Review the preview to confirm that the watermark text, opacity, and placement look consistent across the pages you selected. If anything needs adjustment, return to the controls. Once satisfied, apply the watermark and click download to save the completed PDF.
How do I add a watermark on an iPhone or another mobile device?
You can use our browser-based watermark tool on an iPhone or another mobile device. Open PDFLeader in your browser, upload the PDF, choose text or image, customize the appearance, review the preview, and tap the download control when you are ready to save the result.
How do I make a watermark?
To make a watermark, choose a short piece of custom text or an image that represents your purpose. A name, draft label, or company logo can work well. Adjust the size, font, opacity, and placement until the mark is clear without obscuring important PDF content.
Can I use a company logo as a watermark?
Yes. Upload your company logo as an image file, such as PNG or JPG, and place it on the PDF pages you choose. You can customize its size, opacity, and position, preview how it appears, and download the watermarked file after applying the settings.
Does PDFLeader have a refund policy?
Yes. The Refund Policy sets out the cases where a refund applies and how to send a request.
What if I have any issues and need help?
We've got your back 24/7! Just call +1 (844) 548-9416 or email support@pdfleader.com, and we'll sort things out for you.
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You can cancel your subscription from account settings, or contact the support team and ask them to cancel it. You keep access until the current billing period is over.