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PDF Add Stamp

Add stamps to PDF.

1

Upload PDF

Drop your PDF into the upload area.

2

Configure stamp

Choose stamp text and set font size, color, and position.

3

Download result

Save the stamped PDF or copy the link.

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What Is PDF Add Stamp?

A PDF Add Stamp is a tool that allows users to digitally add stamps to their PDF documents, providing an efficient way to mark and annotate files without modifying the original content. It is commonly used by professionals such as lawyers, accountants, and administrators who need to process large volumes of documents and require a simple method to indicate approval, receipt, or rejection. One specific problem it solves is the need to physically print and stamp documents, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors.

The tool is particularly useful for users who want to add a digital stamp to their PDF files without compromising the document's integrity. What makes this tool different is its ability to offer customizable stamp settings, including options for font size, opacity, rotation, color, and position, as seen in the code with variables like fontSize, opacity, rotation, color, and position. For instance, users can choose from predefined stamp texts such as "APPROVED" or "RECEIVED", or enter their own custom text.

It allows users to upload their PDF files and add stamps online for free, making it a convenient solution for those searching for how to add a stamp to a PDF or add a watermark to a PDF online. The tool's client-side functionality ensures that all processing is done locally, without sending sensitive documents to external servers, thus maintaining the security and privacy of the uploaded files.

Why Use PDF Add Stamp?

  • Visual interface for adding stamps and watermarks
  • Client-side
  • Free
  • One-click copy

Common Use Cases

Development

Daily use.

Review

Validation.

Docs

Configs.

Learning

Interactive.

Technical Guide

The tool works by utilizing client-side JavaScript with React to handle file uploads and stamp additions. When a PDF file is dropped into the FileDropzone component, the handleFile function is triggered, which loads the PDF document using the pdf-lib library. This library allows for the creation and manipulation of PDF documents in the browser, without requiring any server-side processing. The tool then extracts the page count from the loaded PDF document and stores it in the pageCount state variable.

The stamp settings are stored in various state variables, such as preset, customText, fontSize, opacity, rotation, color, and position, which are updated when the user interacts with the corresponding input fields. When the process function is called, it uses the pdf-lib library to embed a font, specifically StandardFonts.HelveticaBold, into the PDF document. The tool then calculates the text width and height using the font's widthOfTextAtSize and heightAtSize methods, and computes the position of the stamp on each page based on the selected placement option.

The computePosition function uses a switch statement to determine the x and y coordinates of the stamp based on the chosen position, taking into account the page width, height, text width, and text height. The tool then draws the stamp text onto each page using the drawText method, applying the specified font size, color, opacity, and rotation. The resulting PDF document is saved as a blob and stored in the result state variable, which can be downloaded by the user.

The tool's responsive UI is built using React components, such as FileDropzone, InputWithHelp, and SelectWithHelp, which are designed to work seamlessly on various devices and screen sizes. The use of memoized functions, such as useCallback, helps optimize performance by reducing unnecessary re-renders and computations. Additionally, the tool uses the Clipboard API to enable users to download the stamped PDF document by creating a temporary link and simulating a click event on it.

Tips & Best Practices

  • 1
    Configure stamp settings by selecting from predefined options like 'APPROVED' or 'RECEIVED'
  • 2
    Set custom text by choosing the '__custom__' option and typing up to 40 characters
  • 3
    Adjust font size using the fontSize state variable, which defaults to 48
  • 4
    Position the stamp by choosing from options like 'center', 'top-left', or 'bottom-right'
  • 5
    Rotate the stamp by setting a rotation value in degrees, such as -30

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q Is it free?
Yes.
Q Is it safe?
Client-side.
Q Can I use it offline?
Yes.
Q What browsers are supported?
All modern.
Q Can I use it for commercial use?
Yes.

About This Tool

PDF Add Stamp is a free online tool by FreeToolkit.ai. All processing happens directly in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No registration or installation required.