How to Add a Watermark to a Google Doc

Adding a watermark (like “CONFIDENTIAL” or a company logo) to a Google Doc helps protect intellectual property and indicates the document’s status.

How to Add a Watermark

1. Open your Google Doc.
2. Click on Insert in the top menu bar.
3. Select Watermark.
4. A sidebar will appear on the right. Choose between adding an Image or Text watermark.
5. Adjust the transparency and formatting, then click Done.