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Add DRAFT Watermark to PDF Documents

Mark PDFs as Draft, Confidential, or Sample before sharing

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Why Add DRAFT Watermark to PDF Documents?

Sharing an unfinished contract or report? Add a DRAFT watermark to prevent it from being mistaken for the final version. Or mark documents as CONFIDENTIAL to remind recipients of the sensitivity. Watermarks are visible on every page but don't obstruct the content.

How to Add DRAFT Watermark to PDF Documents — Step by Step

Follow the shortest path for this exact task, then jump into the tool when you are ready to compress the file.

  1. 1

    Upload your PDF document

  2. 2

    Type your watermark text (DRAFT, CONFIDENTIAL, SAMPLE, etc.)

  3. 3

    Customize opacity, angle, and color

  4. 4

    Download the watermarked PDF

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I remove the watermark later?
Yes. Use ZiaSign's Remove Watermark tool on the watermarked PDF, or simply use the original un-watermarked version.
Is the watermark on every page?
Yes. The watermark is applied to all pages of the PDF. You can also choose specific pages if needed.

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