How to Add a Watermark to Your Canva Video: Text & Logo Methods

Updated at: 05/06/2025

Protect your Canva videos and establish your brand with a watermark! This article guides you through two simple methods: adding a text watermark and incorporating your logo. Learn how to customize the size, position, and transparency of your watermark for optimal visual appeal and effective copyright protection. Enhance your video's security and branding in minutes with these easy-to-follow steps.

Methods: Adding a Text Watermark

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Add Video to Canva

    • Add your video to Canva.
    Add your video to Canva.
    Add Video to Canva

  2. Create Text Watermark

    • Go to 'Text', choose 'Heading', and type your watermark (name, channel, or company).
    • Adjust font size and position to cover the video.
    • Change the text color (consider contrast with your video).
    Change the text color (consider contrast with your video). Change the text color (consider contrast with your video). Change the text color (consider contrast with your video).
    Create Text Watermark

  3. Adjust Watermark Transparency

    • Adjust transparency (e.g., 50%) using the transparency tools in the top right corner.
    Adjust transparency (e.g., 50%) using the transparency tools in the top right corner.
    Adjust Watermark Transparency

  4. Optimize Watermark Coverage

    • Duplicate the watermark and reposition if needed for better coverage.
    • Use 'Show Timing' to adjust the duration of each watermark to match your video's length.
    Use 'Show Timing' to adjust the duration of each watermark to match your video's length. Use 'Show Timing' to adjust the duration of each watermark to match your video's length.
    Optimize Watermark Coverage

Tips

  • Choose a font and color that are easy to read but don't overpower your video.
  • Experiment with transparency to find the best balance between visibility and video clarity.

Methods: Adding a Logo Watermark

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Add Video to Canva

    • Add your video to Canva.
    Add your video to Canva.
    Add Video to Canva

  2. Add Logo Watermark

    • Go to 'Uploads', upload your logo image.
    • Drag and drop your logo onto the video.
    • Adjust the size and position of your logo.
    • Adjust transparency using the transparency tools to make the logo semi-transparent.
    Adjust transparency using the transparency tools to make the logo semi-transparent. Adjust transparency using the transparency tools to make the logo semi-transparent. Adjust transparency using the transparency tools to make the logo semi-transparent. Adjust transparency using the transparency tools to make the logo semi-transparent.
    Add Logo Watermark
    • Use 'Show Timing' to adjust the duration of the logo to match your video's length.
    Use 'Show Timing' to adjust the duration of the logo to match your video's length.
    Add Logo Watermark

Tips

  • Use a high-resolution logo for the best results.
  • Ensure your logo's color scheme complements your video.
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Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Watermark Too Small or Transparent

Reason: A watermark that's too small or too transparent is easily missed or ignored, defeating its purpose.
Solution: Increase the watermark's size and opacity to ensure it's clearly visible without obscuring the video content.

2. Watermark Placement Obstructs Important Content

Reason: Placing the watermark over crucial elements of the video makes it distracting and annoying for viewers.
Solution: Strategically position the watermark in a less obtrusive area, like a corner, to maintain video clarity.

FAQs

Can I add a watermark to a video I've already uploaded to Canva?
Yes! You can re-open your video design in Canva and add a watermark. Canva will save your changes, including the added watermark, to the video.
What file formats support watermarks in Canva videos?
Canva supports adding watermarks to most common video export formats, such as MP4. However, the exact options might depend on your Canva plan. Check the export settings to confirm available formats.