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Add Page Numbers to PDF
Add customizable page numbers to any PDF in seconds. Choose position, format, font size, and color, then download instantly.
Guide
How to Add Page Numbers to a PDF
1
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop or choose any PDF file from your device.
2
Customize Numbering
Pick the position, font, size, and starting number for the page numbers.
3
Download the Result
Click Apply and download the numbered PDF instantly.
Add Page Numbers Without Touching Acrobat
Court submissions, term papers, eBooks, contract drafts: most documents need numbered pages, and most PDF viewers cannot add them. Pick the position, font, and starting number, and download a clean numbered copy.
Solo lawyers and freelance writers use this every week to add page numbers before sending finals to clients without buying a paid PDF suite.
Benefits
Why Use This PDF Page Number Tool
100% Private
All processing runs in your browser. Your PDF is never uploaded to any server.
9-Position Control
Place numbers at any of 9 positions, top, middle, or bottom combined with left, center, or right.
Custom Format & Style
Choose from four numbering formats, adjust font size, margin, start number, and pick any color.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about adding page numbers to PDFs online.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, completely free with no limits. No sign-up, no account, and no watermarks added to your PDF.
Is my PDF uploaded to a server?
No. All processing runs entirely in your browser using the browser tools JavaScript libraries. Your file never leaves your device.
Where can I place the page numbers?
Use the 9-point position grid to place numbers at any corner (top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right), along any edge (top-center, bottom-center, middle-left, middle-right), or at the very center of the page.
What numbering formats are available?
Four formats are supported: a plain number (1, 2, 3), Page 1 / Page 2, 1 of 5 style, and the full Page 1 of 5 format. The start number is also configurable.
Does the tool work with encrypted or password-protected PDFs?
The tool uses an in-browser PDF engine to modify your file. Standard unencrypted PDFs work without issue. Heavily encrypted files may not be supported because the engine needs to load the file in the browser.