# Video Watermark Image Add an image watermark to videos with customizable position, size, opacity, and timing > Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/video-watermark-image - **Category:** Media - **Keywords:** video, watermark, logo, overlay, brand, copyright, image, ffmpeg ## Overview Protect your creative work and strengthen your brand identity by adding custom image watermarks to your videos. This tool provides precise control over logo placement, transparency, and sizing, while offering advanced features like movement animations and specific timing intervals to ensure your watermark appears exactly where and when you need it. ## Inputs - **Video File** (file): Select the video file to watermark - **Watermark Image** (file): Select the watermark image (PNG with transparency recommended) - **Position** (select) - **Watermark Scale (%)** (range): Size of watermark relative to video width (1-100%) - **Opacity** (range): Watermark opacity (0.1 = transparent, 1 = opaque) - **Margin (pixels)** (range): Distance from video edges (0-200 pixels) - **Animation Mode** (select) - **Animation Speed** (range): Movement speed in pixels per second (10-500) - **Start Time (seconds)** (number): When to start showing the watermark (0 = from beginning) - **End Time (seconds)** (number): When to stop showing the watermark (-1 = until end) - **Output Format** (select) ## When to use - When you need to protect original video content from unauthorized use by applying a permanent brand logo. - When creating promotional clips that require consistent visual identification across different social media platforms. - When you want to overlay a 'Draft' or 'Confidential' badge that moves across the screen to prevent screen recording. ## How it works - Upload your target video file and the image you want to use as a watermark, such as a transparent PNG logo. - Select the watermark's anchor position and adjust the scale, opacity, and margin to fit your video's layout. - Optionally configure animation modes for moving watermarks or set specific start and end timestamps for the overlay to appear. - Choose your desired output format like MP4 or WebM and process the video to embed the watermark. ## Use cases - Adding a semi-transparent company logo to the bottom-right corner of a corporate presentation video. - Applying a 'Sample' watermark that moves diagonally across a stock footage preview to prevent unlicensed usage. - Inserting a social media icon that only appears during the first 15 seconds of a video to introduce the creator's handle. ## Frequently asked questions ### What image formats can I use for the watermark? The tool supports PNG, JPEG, WebP, and GIF files. Using a PNG with transparency is recommended for a professional look. ### Can I make the watermark appear only at a specific time? Yes, you can use the Start Time and End Time fields to define the exact seconds during which the watermark should be visible. ### How do I prevent the watermark from covering important content? You can adjust the 'Opacity' to make the watermark semi-transparent and use the 'Scale' and 'Margin' settings to keep it in the corners. ### Is it possible to create a moving watermark? Yes, by selecting an Animation Mode such as Horizontal, Vertical, or Diagonal, the watermark will move across the video at your chosen speed. ### What is the maximum video file size supported? The tool accepts video files up to 100MB in size. ## Related tools - [Image Translation](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/image-translation): Apply translation transformation to move images horizontally and vertically. 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