Add Text to Image
Overlay custom text on your images with full control over fonts, colors, position and styling.
Select Images
Drag & drop images here
JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, HEIC, BMP, TIFF, AVIF - Max 50MB
Options
Tips
- • Use an outline to ensure text is readable against any background
- • Impact font is classic for memes, Georgia for elegant quotes
- • Enable background color for maximum readability on busy images
Three simple steps to transform your images
Upload your image
Drag & drop or click to select. Supports JPEG, PNG, WebP and more.
Configure settings
Enter text and customize appearance
Download result
Get your processed image instantly. No watermarks, no sign-up required.
About Add Text to Image
Add text to any image with complete control over styling. Choose from multiple fonts, set custom colors, adjust size and position — more versatile than a simple meme generator.
Use text outlines for readability on busy backgrounds, or add a semi-transparent background box behind your text. Perfect for social media posts, thumbnails, announcements, and watermarks.
The 9-point positioning grid makes it easy to place text exactly where you want it — from corners to the center of your image.
Why Use This Tool?
Who Is This For?
Trusted by professionals and hobbyists worldwide
Meme Creators Adding Captions
Place bold Impact font captions with outlines on images for shareable social media memes.
Photographers Adding Watermarks
Overlay semi-transparent studio name or copyright text to protect portfolio images from theft.
Teachers Creating Visual Aids
Annotate diagrams and photos with clear labels for classroom presentations and worksheets.
Marketers Designing Promo Banners
Add sale prices, event dates, or call-to-action text on promotional images for ads and newsletters.
Pro Tips
White Text With Black Outline
This combination is readable against any background; set outline width to 2-3px for clean edges.
Match Font to Your Message
Use Impact for bold statements, Georgia for elegant quotes, and Arial for clean professional text.
Lower Opacity for Subtle Watermarks
Set opacity to 20-40% so the watermark protects the image without distracting from the content.
Enable Background for Busy Images
Turn on the text background option to add a semi-transparent box that guarantees legibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which fonts are available?
We offer 8 font families: Arial, Times, Courier, Georgia, Verdana, Impact, Trebuchet, and Comic Sans. Impact is great for bold headlines.
Can I add multiple lines of text?
Yes, use line breaks in the text input field. Each line will be rendered on a separate line in the image.
How do I make text readable on busy backgrounds?
Use the text outline feature with a contrasting color (e.g., white text with black outline). You can also enable the background box option.
What's the maximum text length?
You can add up to 500 characters. For longer text, consider using multiple lines or a smaller font size.
Can I control text transparency?
Yes, the opacity slider lets you make text semi-transparent, from fully opaque (100%) to fully transparent (0%).
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