How do I add a watermark to a PDF?

Upload your PDF, type your watermark text (such as 'DRAFT', 'CONFIDENTIAL', or 'DO NOT DISTRIBUTE'), choose the position and style, and click Apply. The watermark is added to every page of the document and the watermarked PDF downloads automatically.

What watermark text should I use for legal documents?

Common legal watermarks include 'DRAFT' for working copies, 'CONFIDENTIAL' for sensitive materials, 'ATTORNEY WORK PRODUCT' for privilege-protected documents, 'COPY' for duplicates, and 'DO NOT DISTRIBUTE' for restricted circulation. You can enter any custom text.

Is this PDF watermark tool free?

Yes, completely free with no registration, watermark limits, or hidden fees. The tool processes your PDF entirely in the browser — your document is never uploaded to any server.

Can I watermark a PDF without uploading it to a website?

Yes. This tool runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your PDF never leaves your device, making it safe for confidential legal documents, privileged materials, and sensitive client files.

Free PDF Watermark Tool | Add CONFIDENTIAL, DRAFT Stamps Online

Apply text watermarks across your PDF pages. DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, ATTORNEY EYES ONLY, or custom text. All processing happens in your browser.

1. Select Document

Choose a PDF file or drag it here

Your document never leaves your browser.

2. Watermark Text

Select watermark

Custom watermark text

3. Appearance

Opacity

30%

Color

Position

Font Size

Configure your settings and select a PDF to begin

About PDF Watermarking

What is PDF Watermarking?

PDF watermarking applies visible text overlays to document pages to indicate their status or sensitivity level. Legal professionals commonly use watermarks like CONFIDENTIAL, DRAFT, or ATTORNEY EYES ONLY to clearly communicate a document's handling requirements to all recipients.

Why Use Our Free PDF Watermark Tool?

Our tool provides professional-quality watermarks without costly software. Unlike desktop applications requiring installation or cloud services that upload your confidential files, all processing happens locally in your browser for maximum security and privacy.

Privacy First

Your documents never leave your device. All PDF processing happens entirely in your browser — no server uploads, no cloud storage, no privacy concerns.

100% Free

No subscription fees, no credit card required, no trial periods. Professional watermarking available to everyone — solo practitioners, large firms, and law students.

Flexible Positioning

Choose diagonal (the classic watermark look), centered, top-of-page header, or bottom-of-page footer positioning to fit your document needs.

Fully Customizable

Adjust opacity, color, font size, and text. Use preset legal watermarks or enter your own custom text. Auto-sizing fits the watermark to any page dimensions.

Common Watermark Uses in Legal Practice

CONFIDENTIAL: Mark documents subject to confidentiality agreements or protective orders
DRAFT: Distinguish working versions from final executed documents
ATTORNEY EYES ONLY: Restrict sensitive discovery materials to counsel only
PRIVILEGED: Flag attorney-client privileged communications
DO NOT DISTRIBUTE: Limit circulation of sensitive documents
COPY: Identify document copies vs. originals