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How to Add Watermarks to Videos Using FFMPEGAPI.net

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

In the fast-paced world of digital content, adding a watermark to your videos has become an essential practice to protect your intellectual property and enhance brand visibility. FFMPEGAPI.net offers a powerful and easy-to-use hosted REST API that allows developers to overlay watermarks on videos without the hassle of server management or complex FFmpeg setups. This article will guide you through the process of using the Add Watermark API endpoint to seamlessly integrate this functionality into your applications.

Why Choose FFMPEGAPI.net for Video Processing?

FFMPEGAPI.net is designed specifically for developers looking for a reliable and efficient way to handle video and audio processing tasks. By using our hosted solution, you can focus on building your application without the headache of managing FFmpeg infrastructure. Our API-key authentication ensures that your workflow remains secure and manageable.

  • No server setup needed.
  • Fast and reliable media processing.
  • Ideal for automation, SaaS applications, and content pipelines.
  • Robust API for adding watermarks and other video processing tasks.

Using the Add Watermark API Endpoint

The Add Watermark API endpoint allows you to overlay a watermark image onto a video effortlessly. This API supports customizable parameters such as watermark position and scale, enabling you to tailor the appearance to fit your specific needs.

  • HTTP Method: POST
  • Endpoint Path: /api/add_watermark
  • Content Type: application/json
curl -X POST https://www.ffmpegapi.net/api/add_watermark \
  -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
  -d '{"video_url": "https://example.com/video.mp4", "watermark_url": "https://example.com/logo.png", "position": "bottom-right", "scale": 0.2, "async": true}'
import requests

url = 'https://www.ffmpegapi.net/api/add_watermark'

payload = {
  'video_url': 'https://example.com/video.mp4',
  'watermark_url': 'https://example.com/logo.png',
  'position': 'bottom-right',
  'scale': 0.2,
  'async': True
}

response = requests.post(url, json=payload)
print(response.json())

Parameters for the Add Watermark API

To successfully use the Add Watermark API, you need to pass several parameters in your request. Here's a breakdown of the required and optional parameters:

  • video_url (string, required): The URL of the video to which the watermark will be added.
  • watermark_url (string, required): The URL of the watermark image.
  • position (string, optional): The position of the watermark (default: bottom-right).
  • scale (number, optional): The width of the watermark as a fraction of the video width, ranging from 0.05 to 1.0 (default: 0.25).
  • async (boolean, optional): If true, the process will be handled in the background, and a job_id will be returned immediately.

FFMPEGAPI.net provides a straightforward solution for developers needing to add watermarks to videos, streamlining the process within your content pipeline. With its hosted nature, robust features, and easy API integration, FFMPEGAPI.net stands out as the best choice for video processing tasks. Start leveraging our Add Watermark API today and enhance your media with just a few lines of code.

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