PDF Page Numbers
Add page numbers to PDF files instantly. Customize position, format, font size and start number. Free, private, no upload required.
How do I add page numbers to a PDF?
Upload your PDF, choose the position (top or bottom), alignment (left, center, right), format, font size and starting number, then click the add button. Page numbers will be applied to every page automatically.
What page number formats are supported?
We support numeric (1, 2, 3), "Page 1", "1 / N", "Page 1 of N", and Roman numerals (I, II, III). You can also set a custom starting number.
Is my PDF data safe and private?
Yes. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Your PDF files are never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy.
Can I choose where the page numbers appear?
Yes, you can place page numbers at the top or bottom of each page, aligned left, center, or right. You can also adjust the margin distance from the page edge.
Can I skip numbering on certain pages?
Yes, you can set a starting page number so that earlier pages remain unnumbered. This is useful for cover pages or title pages.
What is Bates numbering?
Bates numbering is a sequential numbering system used in legal, medical and business documents to uniquely identify each page. It often includes prefixes, suffixes and date stamps.
Does this tool work on mobile devices?
Yes, the tool is fully responsive and works on smartphones, tablets and desktop browsers. No software installation is needed.
Is there a file size limit?
Since all processing happens in your browser, the limit depends on your device's available memory. Typical documents up to several hundred pages work smoothly.
Can I add page numbers to a scanned PDF?
Yes, page numbers are added as an overlay layer regardless of whether the PDF contains text, images or scanned content.
Do I need to install any software?
No. This is a 100% browser-based tool that works on any modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge and more.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, it is completely free with no registration, no watermarks and no limitations on the number of files you can process.
Can I customize the font and text color?
Yes, you can adjust the font size and the text color of the page numbers to match your document style.