How do I add a stamp to my PDF document in Acrobat?

First, open your PDF in Acrobat. Go to 'All tools' and find 'Add a stamp'. Choose a stamp from the list or make a custom one. Click on the page where you want the stamp to appear.

What is a dynamic stamp and why is it useful for documents?

A dynamic stamp is a special type of stamp that automatically fills in details like your name, the current date, and time. This information comes from your Acrobat Identity preferences. It is useful because it saves you time by not having to type this information every time you use the stamp, making it quicker to mark documents with accurate, up-to-date details.

If I need to use a company logo as a stamp, can I create a custom stamp from an image file?

Yes, you can create custom stamps using various image file types. Adobe Acrobat allows you to use PDF, JPEG, PSD, AI, and DWG files to make your own stamps. This means you can easily turn your company logo or any other image into a stamp for your documents.

What is the difference between a stamp and a digital signature in Acrobat?

Feature Purpose Authenticity. Stamp To visually mark a document with status (e.g., APPROVED, DRAFT). No cryptographic proof; it's an annotation. Digital Signature To prove the identity of the signer and ensure document integrity. Cryptographic proof; legally binding in many cases.

Why is my stamp not showing my name and date correctly, even though it's a dynamic stamp?

If your dynamic stamp is not showing your name and date correctly, it's likely because the information in your Acrobat Identity preferences is either missing or incorrect. Dynamic stamps get their data from these preferences. To fix this, you need to go to your Acrobat preferences, find the 'Identity' section, and make sure your name, date, and time settings are filled in accurately. Once updated, the dynamic stamp should display the correct information.

Integrate stamp application in a workflow in Adobe Acrobat — How-to & AI prompts

AI prompts

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AExecute — “help me do it”Show me how to connect Acrobat with [other system] to add stamps...…+

Show me how to connect Acrobat with [Power Automate/Salesforce/Teams] so it can automatically add stamps to documents in my workflow.

when the reply comes backWould you like tips for tracking stamped documents?

BImprove — “do it better”Suggest ways to speed up or simplify stamping in my integration...…+

Suggest ways to speed up or simplify the process of adding stamps to PDFs when using Acrobat with [Power Automate/Salesforce/Teams] in my workflow.

when the reply comes backNeed help setting up notifications after stamping?

CDecide — “help me choose”Help me choose between Power Automate, Salesforce, or Teams for...…+

Help me choose whether Power Automate, Salesforce, or Teams is best for integrating Acrobat's stamp feature in my workflow, based on [my needs].

when the reply comes backWant to learn about custom stamp designs?

How to do it

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Prepare a PDF stamp file (PDF or image) that will be used as the stamp in your workflow.
Best practiceFor best results, use a transparent-background PDF for your stamp to avoid obscuring document content.
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Upload the stamp file to a cloud storage service supported by your automation platform (e.g., OneDrive for Power Automate, Google Drive for Zapier).
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Set up a trigger in your automation platform (such as 'New file in folder' or 'File uploaded') to initiate the workflow when a PDF is added.
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Add an action to your workflow to call the Adobe PDF Services API, using the 'PDF Services: Add Stamp' operation, specifying the input PDF, the stamp file, and the desired placement coordinates.
NoteYou must have an Adobe PDF Services API account and credentials to use this action.
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Configure the workflow to save or route the stamped PDF to the desired destination (such as a folder, email, or another app).
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Test the workflow by uploading a sample PDF and verifying that the stamp is applied as expected.
Best practiceIf you need dynamic stamp content (e.g., date, username), use a pre-processing step to generate the stamp file with the required data before applying it.

In the appWith the API

You can manually apply a stamp in Acrobat, but automating it with a workflow saves time for repetitive document tasks.

The Adobe PDF Services API 'Add Stamp' operation enables programmatic placement of stamps on PDFs as part of automated workflows.

Glossary

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IntegrationConnecting two different apps so they work together automatically.ExampleThe integration between the calendar and email apps sends meeting invites automatically.

WorkflowA series of steps followed to complete a task, often using different apps.ExampleThe workflow for approving an expense report involves submitting it, then manager review, then finance processing.

StampTo put a mark or number directly onto the page, so it shows up when you print or share the document.ExampleYou stamp the word 'CONFIDENTIAL' across the top of a document before printing it.

The real tasks

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Apply 'Issued for Construction' stamp across the whole set before handover

FAQ

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To connect Acrobat's stamp tool with Power Automate, you use connectors that let Power Automate trigger Acrobat actions, like adding a stamp to a PDF when a certain event happens. You set up the flow in Power Automate and make sure Acrobat is linked as one of the steps.

Integrating Acrobat stamps with Salesforce means you can automatically mark documents as approved or reviewed when they move through your sales process, saving time and making sure everyone sees the latest status.

Yes, you can set up a workflow where Acrobat adds a stamp to a PDF, and then the stamped file is posted directly to a Teams channel, so your team always sees the updated document.

Yes, many integrations let you use your own custom stamp designs, so you can add your company logo or special messages to documents as part of the workflow.

Automating stamping saves time, reduces mistakes, and makes sure every document is marked correctly without extra manual work, especially when working with lots of files or a big team.

Integrate stamp application in a workflow

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