What is Watermark PDF?
A watermark can help communicate the status of a document, such as DRAFT or INTERNAL. This tool draws a lightly transparent diagonal text label across every page. A visible watermark is not access control and does not prevent copying or modification.
How to use Watermark PDF
- Select the document to label.
- Enter the text for your watermark, such as DRAFT.
- Download the watermarked PDF and confirm the text is readable.
When is this useful?
Mark a shared working copy as DRAFT before collecting edits from your team.
Tips for better results
- Use short text for clarity on narrow pages.
- Watermarks do not encrypt documents or restrict who can open them.
- Avoid adding a watermark over critical text that must remain legible.
Important: Keep your original file and review the downloaded output. Not every interactive PDF form, digital signature, annotation, or specialized PDF object is guaranteed to be preserved.