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Add Watermark to PDF — Text or Image

Brand your PDFs with a custom text or logo watermark. Control position, opacity, and rotation. Done entirely in your browser for maximum security.

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Placement

Secure Watermarking in 3 Steps

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1. Upload PDF

Select the PDF file you want to protect or brand.

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2. Customize

Choose text or image, adjust position and transparency.

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3. Download

Export your watermarked document instantly.

Text or image watermark

Type any word (DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, your company name) or upload a PNG logo. Gain full control of font, size, color, and opacity to match your brand identity perfectly.

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Positioning

Rotation 45°

Opacity 30%

Place it exactly where you want

Fine-tune your watermark placement with a precision grid and rotation controls for the perfect professional look. No more guessing where the logo will land.

Apply to all pages

No need to stamp each page manually. Your watermark appears consistently across every page of your document automatically. Bulk processing saves you hours of repetitive work.

Professional Protection for Any Document

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DRAFT documents

Mark incomplete work to avoid accidental publication or misuse.

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Client previews

Send proofs to clients with your logo prominently and safely displayed.

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Copyright protection

Claim ownership of your intellectual property before sharing it online.

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Confidential files

Label sensitive HR or legal documents with high-opacity warnings.

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Brand assets

Maintain brand consistency across all shared PDF communication.

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Template watermarking

Create standardized templates with fixed non-removable overlays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my company logo?expand_more
Yes, you can upload any PNG, JPG, or SVG image to use as a watermark. PNG is recommended for transparency.
Can I add multiple watermarks?expand_more
Currently, we support adding one watermark (either text or image) per document processing session.
Will it change my original PDF content?expand_more
No, the watermark is added as a new layer on top of your existing content. The text and images beneath remain unchanged.
Can the watermark be removed?expand_more
While watermarks can technically be removed with advanced PDF editors, RefineDoc flattens the layer to make removal difficult for average users.
What is the opacity range?expand_more
You can set the opacity anywhere from 1% (nearly invisible) to 100% (completely solid).
Does it work on mobile?expand_more
Yes, our watermarking tool is fully responsive and works on iOS and Android browsers without any app installation.

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