Add Page Numbers to PDF
Insert page numbers into a PDF.
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About the Add Page Numbers to PDF
Add page numbers to a PDF free — pick the position (bottom center, corners) and the starting number, and every page gets stamped automatically. Ideal for reports, theses, contracts, and merged documents that lost their numbering. A custom start number handles chapters and appendices. Your file is processed in the browser and never uploaded.
How to use the Add Page Numbers to PDF
- 01Upload a PDF.
- 02Pick the position and starting number.
- 03Download the numbered PDF.
Frequently asked questions
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Every PDF tool here runs entirely in your browser — your files never leave your device.
Can I start from a number other than 1?
Yes — set any starting number, useful for chapters or appendices.
Where should page numbers go?
Bottom center is the classic choice for documents; bottom-right suits reports bound on the left. Pick whichever your style guide (APA, MLA, corporate) expects.