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PDF Usage Tracking ID

Embed near-invisible tracking ID/serial into page corners for distribution tracing

Embed a hidden trace identifier into PDF copies.

Features:

  • Auto or custom tracking ID
  • Optional per-page serial suffix
  • Near-invisible corner text overlay
  • Metadata stamp with tracking fields

Use pdf-usage-tracking-id-reader to extract IDs and per-page serials later.

Example Results

2 examples

Auto Tracking ID with Page Serial

Embeds timestamp-hash tracking id in bottom-right corner and appends serial per page

pdf-usage-tracking-id-example1.pdf View File
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{ "sourceFile": "/Users/quyue/www/elysia-tools/public/samples/pdf/pdf-2026-02-19-source-4pages.pdf", "idMode": "timestamp-hash", "includePageSerial": true, "corner": "bottom-right", "opacity": 0.01, "fontSize": 4, "rotateDeg": 0 }

Custom Distribution ID

Uses a custom distribution tracking id in top-left corner with very low opacity

pdf-usage-tracking-id-example2.pdf View File
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{ "sourceFile": "/Users/quyue/www/elysia-tools/public/samples/pdf/pdf-2026-02-19-source-4pages.pdf", "idMode": "custom", "customId": "DIST-2026-Q1-ALPHA", "includePageSerial": true, "corner": "top-left", "opacity": 0.008, "fontSize": 4, "rotateDeg": 0 }

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Maximum file size: 300MB Supported formats: application/pdf

Key Facts

Category
PDF Tools
Input Types
file, select, text, checkbox, number
Output Type
file
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

Embed a hidden trace identifier into PDF copies. **Features:** - Auto or custom tracking ID - Optional per-page serial suffix - Near-invisible corner text overlay - Metadata stamp with tracking fields Use `pdf-usage-tracking-id-reader` to extract IDs and per-page serials later.

When to Use

  • •Use it when you need to convert pdf content quickly in the browser.
  • •Helpful for pdf tools workflows that need repeatable inputs and fast results.
  • •A good fit when you want to test with real files before running the same workflow in code or API calls.

How It Works

  • •Provide Source PDF File, Tracking ID Mode, Custom ID, Append Page Serial as input to the tool.
  • •The tool processes the request and returns a file result.
  • •For file workflows, start with representative samples such as pdf test files to verify edge cases and output quality.

Use Cases

Convert pdf data during debugging or QA.
Validate expected output before using the API or automation flows.
Test the workflow with representative sample files and edge cases.

Try with Samples

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FAQ

What does PDF Usage Tracking ID do?

PDF Usage Tracking ID helps you convert pdf content online without setting up a separate local script or app.

When should I use this tool?

Use it when you need a quick convert workflow, want to verify output, or need a browser-based utility for pdf tools tasks.

Can I try this tool with sample data?

Yes. This page can recommend related sample files so you can test the workflow immediately.

What inputs does PDF Usage Tracking ID accept?

PDF Usage Tracking ID accepts Source PDF File, Tracking ID Mode, Custom ID, Append Page Serial and supports file uploads for 1 field.

Is there an API for PDF Usage Tracking ID?

Yes. The tool page includes an API endpoint so you can move from manual testing to scripted usage.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/pdf-usage-tracking-id

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
sourceFile file (Upload required) Yes -
idMode select No -
customId text No -
includePageSerial checkbox No -
corner select No -
opacity number No -
fontSize number No -
rotateDeg number No -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/pdf-usage-tracking-id to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-pdf-usage-tracking-id": {
      "name": "pdf-usage-tracking-id",
      "description": "Embed near-invisible tracking ID/serial into page corners for distribution tracing",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=pdf-usage-tracking-id",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]