Free Add Page Numbers to PDF Tool
Give every page its number — automatically. Choose the format, pick one of six positions, set a custom start number, and download a professionally numbered document in seconds.
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How to Use the Add Page Numbers to PDF Tool
- Drop your PDF into the box above.
- Configure the numbering — format, position, start number and font size.
- Click “Add page numbers” — every page is stamped and the numbered PDF downloads instantly.
Features
Three formats cover every convention from minimal folios to explicit “Page 3 of 42” references, with six margin positions that keep numbers clear of typical content. Custom start numbers handle chapters and appendices correctly, and the subtle gray type looks professional without shouting.
Benefits & Use Cases
Number a thesis so examiners can reference exact pages. Add folios to legal bundles for court filing. Paginate a product catalog before print. Consultants brand deliverables; authors prepare manuscripts — consistent numbering makes any long document navigable and citable.
Tips
Use “Page N of T” for standalone documents and plain numbers for book interiors where running heads already exist. If your PDF is chapter 5 of a larger work, set the start number to the chapter's real first page. Bottom-center is the safest default position; avoid corners on pages with full-bleed graphics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the page number tool free?
Yes. Number pages in as many PDFs as you like with no account, no watermark and no limits.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Numbering runs entirely in your browser, so your document never leaves your device.
What number formats are available?
Plain numbers (1, 2, 3), "Page N" style, or "Page N of T" style — placed at six positions including corners and centers.
Can numbering start from a number other than 1?
Yes. Set any start number — useful when your PDF is one chapter of a larger document.
Will page numbers cover my content?
They print in the margin area (36pt from the edge) in a subtle gray, but very full-bleed pages could overlap — check the result after downloading.
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