Is a watermark proof of ownership?

No. It is a practical deterrent, not a legal registration. Keep originals without watermarks for yourself.

Will the watermark remove GPS?

Re-encoding may drop some metadata, but for privacy you should still run Remove GPS & EXIF on anything shot at home.

Can I use a logo image?

This tool is built for text watermarks. For complex logo overlays, use a graphics editor, then still strip EXIF before posting.

Does processing upload my photo?

No. The overlay is drawn in your browser and you download the result locally.

Share-safe photos/Watermark

Photo Watermark

Add a text watermark before sharing portfolio or for-sale photos.

About this tool

A light text watermark discourages casual reuse of listing, portfolio, or rental photos. Apply it locally on a copy of your image — adjust opacity and position, preview, then download. Keep unmarked originals for yourself; watermarks are a practical deterrent, not a copyright registration.

How to use

Upload a photo you are willing to mark.
Enter watermark text (shop name, handle, or site).
Adjust opacity and position so the subject stays clear.
Download the watermarked JPG and upload that version to the listing.

When to use it

Etsy, Marketplace, and craft listings

Product shots circulate. A discreet handle or shop name across a corner or edge makes drive-by reuse less convenient without ruining the browse experience.

Rental and Airbnb previews

Hosts sometimes watermark soft marketing shots while keeping clean prints for guests. Mark the public gallery copies only.

Portfolio samples for clients

Send watermarked proofs first; deliver unmarked finals after payment. Process stays on your machine so client faces never hit a random upload site.

How this compares

Full design suites offer logos and tiled patterns; this tool focuses on fast text watermarks for everyday sellers. It does not replace EXIF removal — strip location data on the file you mark if the photo shows a home or identifiable place. For faces or plates you must hide, use Photo Redactor instead of relying on a watermark.

Things to keep in mind

Watermarks are not legal proof of ownership; register rights separately if that matters for your work.
Very transparent marks are easy to crop out — balance visibility with aesthetics.
Always archive an unmarked master; do not overwrite your only original.
Dating profile photos usually look worse with watermarks — skip them there and focus on EXIF cleanup.

FAQ

Is a watermark proof of ownership?: No. It is a practical deterrent, not a legal registration. Keep originals without watermarks for yourself.
Will the watermark remove GPS?: Re-encoding may drop some metadata, but for privacy you should still run Remove GPS & EXIF on anything shot at home.
Can I use a logo image?: This tool is built for text watermarks. For complex logo overlays, use a graphics editor, then still strip EXIF before posting.
Does processing upload my photo?: No. The overlay is drawn in your browser and you download the result locally.