Can I use both text and image watermarks at the same time?

Currently, the tool supports either text OR image watermark, not both simultaneously. If you need both, add one watermark first, download the image, then add the second watermark to the already-watermarked image. Alternatively, use desktop image editing software for multiple watermark layers.

Will the watermark protect my images from being copied?

Watermarks provide visual protection and deter casual copying, but they can be removed with image editing software. For stronger protection, use more prominent watermarks, place them in critical areas, or use professional watermarking services. This tool is best for branding and marking ownership, not for strong copyright protection.

What image formats can I use for image watermarks?

You can use PNG or JPG images for watermarks. PNG is better for logos with transparency, while JPG works well for solid images. The watermark image will be scaled and positioned according to your settings. For best results, use high-quality watermark images (at least 300×300 pixels for logos).

Can I remove watermarks added by this tool?

Watermarks added by this tool are part of the image and cannot be easily removed with this tool. To remove watermarks, you would need to use image editing software. However, watermarks are typically added to protect images, so removal would require editing the image file itself.

Will watermarking affect the original image file?

No, the tool creates a new watermarked image file—your original image remains unchanged. The downloaded file is a separate copy with the watermark added. Your original file is never modified, so you can always go back to the original if needed.

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When to Use This Tool

Use this when:

You need to add your logo or brand name to photos before sharing on social media or websites
You want to protect your images from unauthorized use by adding copyright watermarks
You're preparing draft images and need to mark them as 'DRAFT' or 'CONFIDENTIAL'
You want to add text watermarks (like your website URL) to images for marketing purposes
You need to add image watermarks (logos, stamps) to photos for professional presentation
You're creating image portfolios and want to add subtle branding to all images
You need to mark images with dates, version numbers, or tracking information

Don't use this if:

You need to watermark images larger than 50MB (browser memory limits may cause crashes)
You want to add watermarks to animated GIFs (animation will be lost)
You require batch processing of 50+ images simultaneously (use desktop software)
You need advanced watermark features like multiple layers or complex positioning (use image editing software)
You want to add watermarks that can be easily removed (this tool adds visible watermarks)

What is an Image Watermark Tool?

An image watermark tool adds text or image overlays to photos and images for branding, copyright protection, or identification. Our tool applies watermarks entirely in your browser — your images are never uploaded to any server.

Image watermarking is crucial for photographers protecting their work from unauthorized use, businesses branding marketing images, stock photo creators marking preview images, real estate agents branding property photos, and social media managers adding company logos to shared content.

This tool is ideal for photographers adding copyright notices to online portfolios, freelance designers watermarking proofs before client approval, e-commerce businesses branding product images, content creators adding logos to social media posts, and companies protecting proprietary visual content.

Compared to Photoshop batch actions (which require the software and expertise), online watermarking tools that upload your images (privacy concern for unreleased photos), or basic image editors that lack positioning controls, PureXio provides a specialized watermarking interface with precise control over placement, opacity, size, and rotation.

The tool supports both text watermarks (with font, size, and color customization) and image watermarks (company logos in PNG/JPG format with transparency support). You can position watermarks at predefined locations (center, corners, edges) or use custom coordinates, adjust opacity from subtle to prominent, and apply watermarks to multiple images in batch mode.

Best for: adding text or logo watermarks to images. Full customization of position, opacity, size, rotation. Batch processing. Zero server uploads.

How to Add Watermark to Images

Drop your image file or click to browse and select your file. The tool will display your image

Choose watermark type (Text or Image). For text, enter your watermark text and adjust font size. For image, upload your watermark image file. Set position (corners, center) and opacity (10-100%)

The watermark is automatically applied. Preview the result and download your watermarked image

Common Use Cases

Add your company logo to product photos before uploading to e-commerce websites

Add 'DRAFT' text watermark to design mockups before final approval

Add website URL as text watermark to images shared on social media

Add image watermark (logo) to the bottom-right corner of blog post images

Add 'CONFIDENTIAL' text watermark to sensitive images before sharing

Add subtle branding watermarks to all images in a gallery or portfolio

Features

Add text watermarks with customizable font size, position, and opacity

Add image watermarks (PNG or JPG logos) with adjustable size, position, and opacity

Multiple position options: top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right, or center

Opacity control (10-100%) for subtle or prominent watermarks

Real-time preview shows exactly how the watermark will appear

Preserves original image quality—watermark overlays without degrading image

100% private—all processing happens in your browser

Limitations & Constraints

Maximum file size: 50MB per image (browser memory limit). For larger files, use desktop software.

Animated GIFs: Watermarking animated GIFs converts them to static images—animation is lost.

Very large images (5000+ pixels) may process slowly. Consider resizing first for faster watermarking.

Batch processing: Process one image at a time. For multiple images, watermark them individually or use desktop software.

Watermark removal: Watermarks added by this tool are visible and can be removed with image editing software—not for strong protection.

Troubleshooting

Image doesn't load or watermark fails to apply

Solution: Ensure the image file is valid and not corrupted. Try opening the image in an image viewer first. Check that the file format is supported (JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF). If watermarking fails, try a different browser or use a different image file. For image watermarks, ensure the watermark image is PNG or JPG format. Prevention: Use standard image formats. Avoid corrupted or unusual image variants.

Watermark appears too faint or too strong

Solution: Adjust the opacity slider—increase opacity (70-100%) for more visible watermarks, decrease (20-40%) for subtle watermarks. For text watermarks, increase font size for better visibility. For image watermarks, adjust the size setting. Test different opacity levels to find the right balance. Prevention: Preview watermark appearance before downloading.

Watermark appears in wrong position

Solution: Select the correct position option (top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right, center). The position refers to where the watermark anchor point is placed. Try different positions to find the best placement for your image. For text watermarks, position affects where text starts. For image watermarks, position affects where the watermark image is placed. Prevention: Test watermark position on a sample image first.

Browser crashes when watermarking large images

Solution: Close other browser tabs and applications to free up memory. Try a different browser (Chrome handles large files better than Firefox). Resize very large images first using our Image Resize tool, then add watermark. If crashes persist, use desktop software for images over 20MB. Prevention: Keep images under 20MB. Resize very large images before watermarking.

Watermarked image quality looks worse than original

Solution: Watermarking itself doesn't reduce quality—it overlays the watermark. If quality looks worse, the original image may have been low resolution. Ensure you're watermarking from a high-quality original image. The tool preserves original image quality—watermark is added as an overlay. Prevention: Use high-resolution source images. Avoid watermarking from very small images.