Add Page Numbers to a PDF
Stamp neat, consistent page numbers onto every page of a PDF. Perfect for reports, dissertations, contracts and printed handouts.
Add Page Numbers
Stamp page numbers on every page
About the Add Page Numbers tool
Choose from common positions (bottom-center, bottom-right, top-right and more), pick a font size, and set the starting number. The tool writes the numbers into the PDF itself so they stay put wherever the file is opened.
As with every tool on this site, page numbering runs entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded.
Key features of Add Page Numbers
- Multiple positions: header, footer, left, center, right
- Custom starting number and format
- Configurable font size and margin
- Preserves the rest of the PDF exactly
- No signup, no upload, free forever
How to use Add Page Numbers
- Upload the PDF you want to number.
- Pick position, size, and starting number.
- Click ‘Add Page Numbers’.
- Download the numbered PDF.
Common use cases
- Number pages of a thesis or dissertation
- Add pagination to legal filings
- Prepare printed meeting handouts
- Number chapters of a self-published book
- Add page counts to internal reports
Frequently asked questions
Can I start numbering from a page other than page 1?
Yes — set a custom starting number and, if needed, apply the tool to a specific range only.
Will the page numbers cover existing content?
The numbers sit inside the page margin. If your PDF has no margin, choose a smaller font or a corner position to avoid overlap.
Is this tool safe to use with confidential files?
Yes. Every file is processed locally inside your web browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Nothing is uploaded to a server, stored, or shared — so contracts, invoices, medical records and personal documents stay 100% private on your device.
Is it really free? Are there any limits or watermarks?
Yes, it's completely free with no sign-up, no daily limits, and no watermarks stamped on your output. Process a single file or hundreds — the only limit is your device's memory.