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title: "Watermark"
description: "Your logo’s way of saying, “Don't steal this, Karen.”"
url: "https://www.clueso.io/glossary/watermark"
updated: "2026-09-11T08:58:03.460Z"
---

# Watermark

Your logo’s way of saying, “Don't steal this, Karen.”

## What it is

A watermark is a semi-transparent logo, text, or graphic placed over video to mark ownership or prevent unauthorized use.

## Why it's important

Watermarks protect intellectual property, reinforce branding, and discourage piracy;  especially in shared, embedded, or user-generated video environments. They’re common in stock footage, promotional content, and corporate media.

## When/how to use

Add watermarks subtly to corners of videos during export or platform upload. Avoid placing over key visuals. Use automation for batch watermarking across assets.

## Best Practices

1. **Keep it subtle –** Position discreetly so it protects content without distracting viewers.
2. **Ensure legibility –** Use high contrast for visible watermarks so branding is clear.
3. **Apply securely –** For sensitive work, use invisible digital watermarks that deter piracy.

\| 📖 Read more: [How to Make Tasteful Screen-Capture Videos](https://www.clueso.io/blog/how-to-make-tasteful-screen-capture-videos)

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