Best for marking PDFs
Use Watermark to stamp text such as DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, SAMPLE, COPY, or a company name across every page.
About Watermark
Pagivo PDF overlays your custom text as a large, semi-transparent diagonal watermark on every page of the document. You can type any text you like - common choices include DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, SAMPLE, COPY, or your company name. Watermarks are drawn directly onto the page content, making them visible when the document is viewed or printed. This is the standard way to mark review copies, protect proprietary documents, or brand materials before sharing. The watermarked PDF is delivered as a standard file compatible with all PDF readers.
Watermark details
Watermark text limit
The watermark field accepts text up to 80 characters, which is enough for most review, confidentiality, and branding labels.
Can the watermark be removed
The watermark is embedded into the page content, not added as a removable annotation layer, so standard PDF readers will show it on screen and in print.
Limits and privacy
PDF uploads can be up to 700 MB and 300 pages. Files are processed server-side and deleted after the watermarked PDF is generated.
Common watermark problems
If a watermark is hard to see, use shorter text with strong contrast. Very busy scanned backgrounds can make any watermark less readable.
How it works
1
Upload your PDF
Drag and drop or click to select the PDF to watermark.
2
Enter your watermark text
Type any text such as DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, or your company name.
3
Download
Get your watermarked PDF ready to share in seconds.
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.