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Add Watermark to PDF Free Online — Stamp PDF Pages Instantly

Add text watermark to PDF online free. Customize text, size, opacity, color, and position. runs in your browser processing — files never uploaded.

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Access and pricing

Supported tools include 5 free on-device uses per day, shared across eligible tools. On compatible devices, guest access needs no sign-in. Signed-in users also get 5 daily eligible on-device uses. AI and cloud processing use credits separately.

New accounts can claim 20 welcome credits once. Eligible offers in MiOffice can earn up to 80 reward credits; offer conditions apply.

Starter costs $6.99/month and includes 250 credits at each paid renewal plus unlimited eligible local processing. Unused credits roll over. The $2.99 Day Pass covers 24 hours of eligible local processing; AI and cloud credits are separate.

Compare tools using a representative file and inspect the export. Check supported formats, device compatibility, processing location and the displayed cost before starting. This article is published by MiOffice; consider its recommendations with that affiliation in mind.

Pricing

Access and pricing updated October 30, 2026. This editorial update does not indicate a new test run.

Need to add a watermark to a PDF? Whether you are marking documents as DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, or stamping your company name, MiOffice lets you watermark PDF pages instantly in your browser.

Full control over text, size, opacity, color, rotation, and position — all processed locally. Your document never touches a server.

How to Add a Watermark to PDF in 3 Steps

  1. 1

    Upload Your PDF

    Open the MiOffice PDF watermark tool and drag and drop your PDF. Guest access on supported tools; AI requires sign-in and credits.

  2. 2

    Customize Your Watermark

    Type your watermark text (e.g., DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, your company name). Adjust font size, opacity, color, rotation, and position to match your needs.

  3. 3

    Download the Watermarked PDF

    Click process and download your PDF with the watermark applied to every page. Ready to share, print, or archive.

Common Watermark Use Cases

DRAFT Documents

Mark documents as DRAFT to prevent premature distribution. Clearly signals the document is not final and may change.

CONFIDENTIAL Marking

Stamp sensitive documents with CONFIDENTIAL to remind recipients of their obligation to protect the information.

Company Branding

Add your company name or department to internal documents. Establishes ownership and helps with document identification.

Sample / Preview

Mark documents as SAMPLE or PREVIEW when sharing with prospects or clients who have not yet purchased the full version.

Watermark Customization Options

SettingOptionsBest For
TextAny custom textDRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, company name
Font Size12pt – 120ptLarge (60-80pt) for DRAFT stamps, small for subtle branding
Opacity5% – 50%10-20% for readable documents, 30-50% for clear marking
RotationHorizontal, Diagonal, VerticalDiagonal is standard for DRAFT/CONFIDENTIAL stamps
ColorGray, Red, Blue, BlackGray for subtle, red for urgent/confidential

MiOffice vs Other PDF Watermark Tools

FeatureMiOfficeiLovePDFSejda
File upload to serverNo — local onlyYesYes
Daily limits5 shared daily eligible on-device usesLimited free tier3 per day
Opacity control5-50% rangeLimitedYes
Account requiredNoNo (limited)Yes (after 3/day)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I customize the watermark appearance?
Yes. You can control the watermark text, font size (12-120pt), opacity (5-50%), rotation (horizontal, diagonal, vertical), color (gray, red, blue, black), and position (center, corners). Preview the result before downloading.
Is the watermark permanent?
The watermark is embedded directly in the PDF. It appears on every page and is visible when the document is viewed, printed, or shared. It cannot be easily removed by the recipient.
Can I add image watermarks?
Currently MiOffice supports text watermarks. Image watermark support (logos, signatures) is planned for a future update. Text watermarks cover most use cases including DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, and company names.
Does the watermark appear on all pages?
Yes, the watermark is applied to every page in the PDF. This ensures consistent branding or marking throughout the entire document.
Is my PDF uploaded to a server?
For this conversion, MiOffice runs in your browser — your PDF stays on your device. Good for confidential documents, contracts, and proprietary materials. See /privacy for full details.

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Jay Padimala

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Jay Padimala is CEO and Founder of MiOffice, a product of JSVV SOLS LLC.

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