Add Page Numbers to PDF — Free

Number every page of your PDF in seconds. Free, no sign-up — your files stay in your browser.

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🔒 Your files are processed locally in your browser and never uploaded to any server.

🔒 No upload — files stay on your device 🚫 No sign-up needed 🗑️ Nothing stored on servers
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How to add page numbers in 3 steps

  1. 1. Upload your PDF

    Drag and drop your PDF into the upload zone, or click “Choose File”.

  2. 2. Choose number style

    Pick where numbers appear, the format (1, 1/10 or Page 1) and the starting number.

  3. 3. Add & download

    Click “Add Page Numbers”. Your numbered document downloads instantly.

Why number your PDF pages?

📄 Professional documents

Reports, theses and contracts look complete with page numbers — readers can reference exact pages.

🎯 Six positions

Bottom or top, left, center or right — place numbers wherever they fit your layout best.

🔢 Flexible formats

Plain numbers, “1 of 10” style, or “Page 1” — with any starting number you choose.

🔒 Private by design

Numbering happens entirely in your browser. Your documents are never uploaded anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

How do I add page numbers to a PDF for free?

Upload your PDF to the tool above, choose the position and number format, then click “Add Page Numbers”. The numbered document downloads instantly.

Can I start numbering from a different number?

Yes. Set the starting number to anything you like — useful when your PDF is one chapter of a larger document.

Where can the page numbers appear?

Choose from six positions: bottom center, bottom left, bottom right, top center, top left or top right.

Is my PDF uploaded to a server?

No. Numbering happens entirely in your browser. Your file never leaves your device.

Will page numbers change my PDF layout?

No. Numbers are drawn in the page margin area over the existing content — your text and images stay exactly where they are.

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