Photo Watermark
Watermark your photos with custom text. Position, opacity, tile coverage, and full-resolution download. Made for photographers.
Photo Watermarking for Photographers
As a photographer, your images are your livelihood. Sharing unprotected photos online means anyone can download, repost, or even sell your work. A watermark is the industry-standard solution: visible enough to claim ownership, subtle enough to showcase your talent.
This browser-based tool processes your photos locally, meaning your high-resolution images never touch a server. Add your name, studio brand, or copyright symbol, position it exactly where you want, and export at original quality.
Use tile mode for client proofs to prevent unauthorized downloads. Switch to corner placement for portfolio pieces where presentation matters more. The opacity and rotation controls let you match the watermark style to your brand.
Professional Watermark Techniques
Stock photographers use diagonal tile watermarks at 20-30% opacity. This pattern is nearly impossible to remove with photo editing software because the watermark crosses every important area of the image.
Wedding and event photographers typically use bottom-right corner placement with their studio name. This is professional and unobtrusive while still marking the image. Increase size for high-resolution gallery exports so the text stays visible at any zoom level.
For social media previews, a semi-transparent center watermark ensures the image cannot be reposted without credit. Combine this with a smaller corner placement of your website URL for double protection.
How to Watermark Photos Like a Pro
- 1Upload your photo (JPG, PNG, or WebP at any resolution).
- 2Type your studio name, website, or copyright text.
- 3Choose tile mode for proofs or corner placement for portfolio use.
- 4Set opacity to 25-35% for the best visibility balance.
- 5Download your watermarked photo at full original resolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best watermark for photography proofs?
Tile mode at 25-30% opacity is the standard for proofs. It covers the entire image with repeating text so no crop can remove the watermark. Use your studio name or logo text.
Will watermarking reduce my photo resolution?
No. The tool preserves the full resolution of your original photo. A 6000x4000 image stays 6000x4000 after watermarking.
Is my photo safe? Is it uploaded anywhere?
Your photo stays on your device. The tool runs entirely in your browser with no server upload. Your images remain completely private.
Can I watermark RAW files?
The tool supports JPG, PNG, and WebP. Export your RAW files to JPG or PNG first, then watermark them here. Most photo editing software exports to these formats.
What watermark color should I use?
White works best on dark images, black or dark gray on bright images. For mixed images, white with a low opacity (around 30%) is the most versatile choice.
Can I watermark photos on my phone?
Yes. The tool works in mobile browsers including Safari and Chrome. Upload from your camera roll, apply the watermark, and save the protected photo.
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