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Add Watermark to PDF Online
Add a watermark to PDF files online for free. Upload your document, place a text or image watermark, and download the updated PDF in a few clicks.
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How to add a watermark to PDF online
Adding a watermark to a PDF with PDFLike is straightforward. You do not need to install software or create an account. Upload your PDF, set the watermark text or image, and download the result.
Four steps. Same flow on desktop, tablet, or mobile.
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Upload your PDF file. Choose a PDF from your device or drag and drop it into the upload area.
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Set up your watermark. Enter watermark text or upload an image. Choose font, size, position, and page range.
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Click Add Watermark. PDFLike will apply the watermark to your PDF and prepare the file for download.
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Download the result. Save the watermarked PDF file to your device.
Free online PDF watermark tool
PDFLike lets you add text or image watermarks to PDF files directly in your browser. This is useful for marking documents as drafts, confidential, or with a company name or logo before sharing.
- Free to use: Add watermarks to PDF files online without paid desktop software.
- No registration required: Upload your PDF and add a watermark right away.
- Text and image watermarks: Add a custom text label or an image watermark to your PDF.
- Custom position: Place the watermark anywhere on the page using the position grid.
- Works in your browser: Use the tool on desktop, tablet, or mobile without installation.
- Page range control: Apply the watermark to all pages or a specific range of pages.
When to add a watermark to a PDF
Watermarks are useful for marking documents before sharing, protecting content, or adding branding. They help communicate the status or ownership of a document.
- →Mark draft documents: Add a "Draft" watermark to PDFs that are not yet final versions.
- →Label confidential files: Add a "Confidential" or "Private" label to sensitive documents.
- →Add branding: Stamp your company name or logo on reports, proposals, and presentations.
- →Protect shared content: Add a watermark to PDFs before distributing them to prevent misuse.
- →Mark samples or previews: Label documents shared for review that are not the final deliverable.
- →Identify document versions: Add a version or date label to track different iterations of a file.
Secure and private PDF watermarking
Your files are processed only to complete the watermark task. You do not need to create an account, share personal details, or install additional software.
Uploaded files are automatically deleted from our servers after 30 minutes. Make sure to download your watermarked PDF before the files are removed.
Frequently asked questions
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How do I add a watermark to a PDF online?
Upload your PDF, enter the watermark text or upload an image, set the position and page range, click the Add Watermark button, and download the result.
Can I use an image as a watermark?
Yes. You can upload a PNG or JPG image to use as a watermark and adjust its size, position, and transparency.
Can I add a text watermark?
Yes. Enter any text as a watermark and choose the font, size, color, and style to match your needs.
Is this watermark tool free?
Yes. You can use PDFLike to add watermarks to PDF files online for free without installing software or creating an account.
Can I apply the watermark to specific pages only?
Yes. You can set a page range to apply the watermark only to selected pages within the PDF.
Are my uploaded PDF files secure?
Uploaded files are used only to process your selected task and are automatically deleted from our servers after 30 minutes.
Can I add a watermark on mobile?
Yes. The Add Watermark tool works directly in your browser, so you can use it on desktop, tablet, or mobile devices.