ABOUT THIS TOOL

How PDF Watermark works

Add a visible text watermark to a PDF when you need to mark drafts, internal copies, review versions or ownership notices. FileFiddler applies the watermark as new PDF content while leaving the source file unchanged.

How to use it

Choose the PDF you are authorized to modify.
Enter the watermark text and choose appearance options.
Preview the first page and adjust placement or repetition.
Create and download the watermarked PDF.

Works well for

Marking draft or review copies
Adding internal-use labels
Applying ownership or distribution notices
Repeating a watermark across every page

Supported workflow

Adds text or image watermarks to PDF pages with control over placement, opacity, angle, size, text color and repeat pattern.

Things to know before you use it

Watermarks are added as new PDF content; they are not a substitute for encryption, access control or digital signatures.

Privacy

Watermarking is performed in your browser.

Read the full FileFiddler privacy policy.

Common questions

Is PDF Watermark free to use?

Yes. FileFiddler currently provides this tool free to use in the browser.

What should I check if the result is not what I expected?