How to Add a Watermark to Photos (Text or Logo)
Watermarks protect ownership when you share photos online — for stock work, product shots, professional portfolios. Here's how to add a clean text or logo watermark to single photos or in batch.
Use the tool
Add Watermark
Step-by-step
- 1
Open Add Watermark
Drop your photo into the Watermark tool.
- 2
Type your watermark text
Brand name, copyright notice, or URL. Keep it short — 2-4 words is plenty.
- 3
Pick position
Bottom-right is the standard for photos. Bottom-center for symmetric subjects. Avoid centering across the main subject.
- 4
Adjust opacity
30-50% opacity is the standard — visible but not distracting. 100% looks heavy-handed.
- 5
Apply and download
Save the watermarked image. The original file is untouched on your device.
💡 Tips
- Use a thin, simple font for text watermarks — they read clearer at small sizes than decorative ones.
- For logo watermarks, save your logo as a PNG with transparency before applying.
- Watermarks discourage casual stealing but won't stop a determined thief — for paid stock work, register copyright separately.
FAQ
Can I batch-watermark photos?
For now, watermark each individually. A batch version is on the roadmap; meanwhile, queue up multiple browser tabs.
Will the watermark blur over time?
No — the watermark becomes part of the image pixels. Quality survives compression as long as the source quality is high.
How big should the watermark be?
5-10% of image width is typical. Too small disappears in thumbnails; too large dominates the image.
Disclaimer. This guide is for general informational purposes. Our tools run entirely in your browser and process files on your device, so exact results depend on your image, browser, and the settings you choose. Read our editorial policy.