In this digital age, it is Resharing someone's photos and videos is a sad reality.If you don't want someone else to claim credit for your hard work, the best solution is to watermark it before posting it online. Luckily, if you own an Apple iPhone, adding a watermark to photos on your iPhone is a very easy process. This is especially true for photos taken with your phone. Here's how to add a watermark to photos on your iPhone.
You don't have to go through the lengthy process of adding a watermark through image editing software like Adobe Photoshop or GIMP. Instead, you can use the built-in editor on your iPhone to add a watermark to your images. Or, if you're not happy, you can use Photo editing apps for iPhone Like Snapseed or Canva.
The best part is that the process is simple and takes barely more than a minute. If you want to add a watermark to photos on your iPhone, here's how.
How to Add a Watermark to Photos on iPhone
Method 1: Built-in image editor
As mentioned earlier, the iPhone's built-in photo editor lets you add a watermark seamlessly. Of course, it won't be as elegant as those you can create using apps like Photoshop or Canva. But it gets the job done.
Step 1: Open Image that you want to edit through the photos. Press the buttonRelease In the upper right corner to edit it.
Once you are in, click on The small pencil-like icon In the upper right corner to open Markup tool.
Step 2: After that, press Small Plus icon In the bottom bar, select The text.
Click and drag the text box to the desired position. In our case, we've placed it in the bottom-right corner. Then, drag the corners of the text box to adjust its size.
Step 3: Double-click on the option Text To add your own text, choose One of the colors From the bottom bar.
Markup also offers two other fonts—Georgia and Noteworthy. If you're looking for a fun theme, go with the latter. And hey, you can adjust the font size.
Once you're done, save your changes. That's it. You have a new watermark for your images.
Alternatively, you can also add a signature as a watermark. However, this method doesn't allow you to play with colors.
Method 2: Third-party image editor
Third-party photo editors like Snapseed and Canva also allow you to add a watermark to photos on your iPhone. Unlike the above method, you don't have to go through the hassle of creating a watermark repeatedly. Instead, you can create a single watermark file in advance and use it on all your photos. Again, the usual rules apply. For example, the watermarked image must have a transparent background.
Although there are a large number of photo editing programs, we will explore Trusted apps like Snapseed and CanvaHere, we'll go with Snapseed first.
Step 1: in Snapseed , Open transparent image and export it As a new file As shown in the screenshot below, this step will ensure you can use the image as a logo.
Step 2: Next, tap Plus icon To open New image. Click on أدوات , scroll down until you see the option Double exposure.
Step 3: Click on the icon Three Cards (Blending Mode) and select Lighten Or Add To preserve the original color of the base image.
Step 4: Click on Dimming icon Drag the slider slightly to the left to adjust. Watermark opacity.
Fortunately, the process is much easier in Canva. Here, you need to open Image And add watermark image By clicking on Plus icon , As shown below.
Once you're done, the usual rules apply—tweak and reposition the image as you see fit. And that's it! Your watermarked image is ready.
Mark them all
With an iPhone capable of capturing and processing stellar photos, you can add a watermark to them before sharing them on Instagram. However, adding watermarks is a two-way street. The idea is not to overdo it with watermarks, especially with photos you intend to share on Instagram.
