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Easily Add Watermarks to Your Videos with FFMPEGAPI.net

June 2026 FFMPEG API Team

Watermarking your videos is an essential part of branding and content protection. With FFMPEGAPI.net, a hosted REST API for FFmpeg-powered video and audio processing, you can effortlessly overlay watermarks onto your videos without the hassle of server setup or infrastructure management. This article will guide you through the process of using the Add Watermark endpoint to enhance your video content.

What is the FFMPEGAPI.net Add Watermark Endpoint?

The Add Watermark endpoint is designed to overlay a watermark image onto a video. This feature is particularly useful for developers creating SaaS applications, automation tools, or content pipelines that require video branding.

By utilizing this API, you can focus on building your application while leaving the heavy lifting of video processing to FFMPEGAPI.net.

  • No server management required.
  • Quick and efficient video processing.
  • Configurable watermark placement and scaling.

How to Use the Add Watermark Endpoint

The Add Watermark endpoint accepts a POST request at the path `/api/add_watermark`. This endpoint allows you to add a watermark image to your video with customizable options for placement and scale.

Here's a breakdown of the required parameters:

  • video_url: The URL of the video you want to watermark.
  • watermark_url: The URL of the watermark image.
  • position: The position of the watermark on the video (default is bottom-right).
  • scale: The size of the watermark as a fraction of the video width (default is 0.25).
  • async: Optional boolean to process in the background.
import requests

url = 'https://ffmpegapi.net/api/add_watermark'
headers = {'Content-Type': 'application/json', 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'}
data = {
    'video_url': 'https://example.com/video.mp4',
    'watermark_url': 'https://example.com/logo.png',
    'position': 'bottom-right',
    'scale': 0.2
}

response = requests.post(url, json=data, headers=headers)
print(response.json())
curl -X POST https://ffmpegapi.net/api/add_watermark \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-H 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' \
-d '{"video_url":"https://example.com/video.mp4", "watermark_url":"https://example.com/logo.png", "position":"bottom-right", "scale":0.2}'

Why Choose FFMPEGAPI.net for Your Video Processing Needs?

FFMPEGAPI.net provides a robust and easy-to-use API for developers looking to integrate video processing capabilities into their applications. With features like API-key authentication, you can manage your workflow securely and efficiently.

Additionally, since FFMPEGAPI.net is a hosted solution, you can skip the complexities of setting up your own FFmpeg infrastructure, allowing you to focus on building your application.

  • Scalable solution for video processing.
  • Comprehensive documentation for easy integration.
  • Fast response times and reliable performance.

In conclusion, adding watermarks to your videos has never been easier thanks to the Add Watermark endpoint provided by FFMPEGAPI.net. Whether you are developing a SaaS application or automating content workflows, this hosted REST API streamlines the process of video branding. Start leveraging FFMPEGAPI.net today to enhance your video content effortlessly.

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