How to Watermark Images

4 Professional Ways to Protect Your Photos

Learn How to Add Watermarks to Your Photos

In this video tutorial, I show you four professional ways to watermark your images, helping you protect your photography online without spoiling the look of your work. Whether you’re a photographer, content creator, or small business owner, understanding how to watermark images properly is essential when sharing photos on your website, social media, or with potential clients.

I cover both visible and invisible watermarking techniques, so you can choose the right level of protection depending on where and how your images are being used.

Four Ways to Watermark Your Images

The video starts with a simple text watermark, ideal for quick image protection and everyday sharing. Next, I demonstrate a bevelled, semi-transparent text watermark, offering a more refined and professional appearance that still clearly marks ownership.

The third method uses a semi-transparent strip with text, which works well for stronger branding while keeping the main image readable and uncluttered. Finally, I explain Digimarc watermarking, an advanced, largely invisible digital watermark that embeds copyright and ownership data into the image itself—perfect for photographers who want protection without altering the visual presentation.

Who This Watermarking Tutorial Is For

This tutorial is especially useful if you:

• Share photography online or on social media

• Deliver preview images to clients

• Want to protect images from unauthorised use

• Need professional-looking watermarking without distraction

• Are curious about Digimarc invisible watermarking