What opacity should I use for a watermark?

For visible copyright protection: 50–70% opacity. For subtle branding that doesn't distract: 20–40%. For a tiled ghost watermark across the whole image: 15–25%. Higher opacity is harder to remove but more distracting.

How do I remove a watermark from my own images?

If you applied the watermark with this tool, simply re-edit the original image (before watermarking) — the tool does not modify originals. If you have lost the original, photo editing software (Photoshop, GIMP) with content-aware fill can sometimes remove watermarks, but results vary.

Can I add a logo instead of text watermark?

This tool currently supports text watermarks only. For logo watermarks, use Photoshop, GIMP, or Canva which support image overlays. Text watermarks are often more resistant to removal than logo-based ones.

Photo Watermark

How the Photo Watermark tool works

The photo watermark tool adds text or image watermarks to your photos directly in the browser — no upload to any server. Upload your image, type your watermark text or upload a logo, then adjust position, size, opacity, and font. Download the watermarked image as a JPEG or PNG, ready for web publishing, client delivery, or social media posting. All processing is client-side and completely private.

Text vs image watermarks

Text watermarks are the simplest form: your name, website URL, or copyright notice rendered in a chosen font at your specified size and opacity. Image watermarks (logo overlays) are more polished and brand-consistent — they require a PNG with a transparent background to blend cleanly over the photo. The tool supports both types. For professional photographers, a logo watermark with 30–40% opacity in the corner strikes the right balance between visibility and non-obstructiveness.

Opacity and placement best practices

Watermark opacity of 30–60% is the standard range for professional use. Below 30%, the watermark becomes easy to clone-stamp out in photo editing software. Above 60%, it distracts from the subject. Diagonal tiled watermarks across the entire image are harder to remove but more visually intrusive — appropriate when sending proofs to clients who have not yet paid. Corner placement is sufficient for social media posting where removal is not a concern.

Copyright symbol and legal notice

Including © [Year] [Your Name] in the watermark creates a visible copyright notice. Under the Berne Convention, copyright exists automatically from the moment of creation regardless of registration or notice, but a visible copyright notice removes the "I didn't know" defence if someone repurposes your image without permission. For stock photography or client work, add your website URL alongside the copyright symbol so viewers can find and licence the original image legitimately.

Batch processing and EXIF data

Photographers often need to watermark dozens of images from a shoot in one session. The tool's batch mode accepts multiple images simultaneously and applies the same watermark settings to each, downloading them as a ZIP archive. EXIF metadata (camera model, GPS coordinates, capture date) is preserved in the output by default — important for photographers who rely on metadata for portfolio cataloguing and client attribution workflows.