Adding a watermark is not just placing a logo on top. The mark should be visible without damaging the main image.
Text Watermark or Image Watermark?
| Type | Best for | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Text watermark | Author names, URLs, order IDs, internal labels | Tune size and opacity carefully |
| Image watermark | Brand logos, campaign marks, copyright stamps | Use transparent PNG when possible |
| Tiled watermark | Discouraging reposts and screenshots | Keep opacity low |
| Diagonal watermark | Contracts, samples, review images | Keep rotation and spacing consistent |
When to Use Nine-Grid Positioning
Nine-grid positioning is useful for a single watermark. Bottom-right works well for copyright marks, center works for samples, and corner marks usually cover less important content.
Which Output Format Should You Use?
- Use JPG or WebP for photos when smaller files matter.
- Use PNG for screenshots, transparent images, and UI assets.
- Keep the transparent logo source if your watermark is an image.
- Preview on mobile and desktop before publishing.