Mark a PDF as DRAFT

You're sharing a document for review and need every page clearly marked as a non-final draft.

Type DRAFT as your watermark text and it will be stamped diagonally across every page - clearly visible to any reader.

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Files up to 700 MB

Frequently asked questions

Can I use any text for the watermark?

Yes. You can type any text up to 80 characters, such as DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, DO NOT DISTRIBUTE, or your organization's name.

Will the watermark show when the PDF is printed?

Yes. The watermark is rendered directly onto the page content and is visible both on screen and in print.

Can the watermark be removed after adding it?

The watermark is embedded into the page content, not added as a removable annotation layer. It cannot be removed by a standard PDF editor.

Is it free?

Yes. Adding a text watermark to a PDF is completely free on Pagivo PDF.