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Why Use Our Page Numbers Tool?

The most customizable free PDF page numbering tool online.

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Live Preview

See exactly where your page numbers will appear before committing — with real PDF rendering.

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Full Customization

9 positions, 7 number formats, custom colors, font size, opacity, and margin controls.

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Skip Cover Pages

Choose to skip the first N pages — perfect for title pages, tables of contents or blank pages.

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100% Private

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How It Works

Three Simple Steps

Upload PDF File

Drag and drop or click to browse for any PDF file from your device.

Customize Numbers

Choose position, format, font size, color, and skip pages. Preview updates live.

Download PDF

Click Add Page Numbers and download your perfectly numbered PDF in seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip the first page (like a cover)?

Yes — use the "Skip First N Pages" control to exclude cover pages, title pages or blank pages from numbering. The count still starts from your chosen start number.

What number formats are supported?

You can choose from plain numbers (1, 2, 3), Page N, N of Total, Page N of Total, dash style (– 1 –), lowercase Roman numerals (i, ii, iii), and uppercase Roman numerals (I, II, III).

Does it overwrite text already in the PDF?

No. Page numbers are added as a new layer on top of the existing content. The original PDF content is not modified.

Is my PDF sent to a server?

No. All processing happens entirely in your browser using PDF-lib. Your document never leaves your device.

Can I start numbering from a number other than 1?

Yes — use the "Start Number" input to begin from any number you choose. For example, start at 5 if this PDF is a chapter in a larger document.

Add Page Numbers to PDF — Complete Guide

Adding page numbers to a PDF makes documents easier to navigate, reference, and present professionally. Whether it's a report, thesis, or business proposal, page numbers are essential for any multi-page document.

📌 Choose your position

Place page numbers at the top (header) or bottom (footer) of the page. Bottom-center is the most common and professional choice.

🔢 Custom start number

Need to start from page 3 or 10? You can set a custom starting number — useful for documents with a cover page or table of contents.

🎨 Match your style

Choose font size and position that matches your document's design. A consistent style across all pages looks polished and professional.

📄 Works on any PDF

Whether your PDF is a scanned document, exported report, or presentation, page numbers can be added to any PDF file instantly.

Page numbers are a standard feature in professional documents worldwide. PDFs with numbered pages are easier to cite in academic work, easier to discuss in meetings, and more readable in long-form content like manuals or legal contracts.

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