Add Page Numbers to a PDF — Free, No Upload
How it works — 100% in your browser, no upload
Quick answer: add your PDF, choose where the number goes, set the starting value and skip any cover pages, then download. Numbers are drawn straight into the document on your device.
Drop a PDF here to number
Numbers are drawn locally with pdf-lib — no upload.
How to add page numbers to a PDF
- Add a PDF. Drop the document onto the drop zone.
- Choose a position. Bottom centre is standard; corners suit bound documents.
- Set the numbering. Pick a format, a starting number and how many cover pages to skip.
- Download. Save the numbered PDF.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start numbering on page 3?
Yes. Set 'Skip first pages' to 2 so the cover and contents stay clean, and choose your starting value.
Which position should I use?
Bottom centre is the safest for screen reading. Use bottom right for documents that will be printed single-sided and bound.
Will the numbers overlap my content?
They sit in the page margin, about 28 points from the edge. If your layout already fills the margin, reduce the font size.
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