How to Add a CONFIDENTIAL Watermark to PDF

Adding a watermark to sensitive documents is a simple but effective way to communicate their status and deter unauthorized sharing.

Common Watermark Uses

CONFIDENTIAL: Internal documents, client files, financial records.

DRAFT: Documents still under review — prevents premature distribution.

FOR REVIEW ONLY: Legal documents shared for feedback but not final execution.

Company name: Brand protection on distributed materials.

How to Add

1. Go to Watermark PDF.

2. Upload your document.

3. Type your watermark text.

4. Adjust rotation (diagonal works best for CONFIDENTIAL), color, opacity, and size.

5. Apply and download.

Best Practices

Use 20-30% opacity so the watermark is visible but doesn't obstruct readability. Diagonal rotation at 45° covers the most page area. Gray color is least intrusive; red draws more attention.