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Updated Mar 2026

Add Page Numbers to PDF Free Online

Add page numbers to any PDF document. Choose position, format, and font size. Preview and download instantly.

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Page Number Settings

Position

Number Format

Starting Number

Font Size

Page Range

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How to Add Page Numbers to a PDF Online

Number your PDF pages in three simple steps. No software required.

Upload Your PDF

Drag and drop a PDF file onto the upload area, or click to browse your files.

Configure Page Numbers

Choose the position (top or bottom of each page), set the starting number, pick a format, and adjust the font size.

Download Numbered PDF

Click the download button to get your PDF with page numbers added. All pages retain their original quality.

Why Choose Our PDF Page Numbering Tool

6 Position Options

Place page numbers at the top or bottom of each page — left, center, or right aligned.

Multiple Formats

Choose plain numbers, "Page N", "N of Total", or "- N -" to match your document style.

Custom Start Number

Start numbering from any number — useful when combining documents or skipping intro pages.

Page Range Control

Number all pages or specify a custom range to skip cover pages or appendices.

Encrypted & Auto-Deleted

PDFs are transmitted over HTTPS and deleted from our server within minutes of processing. Page number data is never stored or logged.

No Desktop Software Needed

Add page numbers from any browser — no Adobe Acrobat, Word, or desktop PDF editor required. Works on all devices.

PDF Page Numbering FAQ

Quick answers about adding page numbers to PDFs, positioning options, and formatting.

How do I add page numbers to a PDF?

Upload your PDF, choose a position (top or bottom, left, center, or right), set a starting number and format, then click 'Add Page Numbers & Download'. The numbered PDF is generated instantly and preserves all original content and formatting.

Can I skip the first page (cover page)?

Yes. Use the page range option to start numbering from page 2 or any other page. You can also set a custom range like '2-10' to number only specific pages, which is useful for skipping title pages, table of contents, or appendices.

What number formats are available?

You can choose from four formats: plain numbers (1, 2, 3), 'Page 1' style, '1 of N' showing the current page and total count, or '- 1 -' with decorative dashes. Each format is commonly used in professional documents and reports.

Can I change the font size of the page numbers?

Yes. You can select from font sizes ranging from 10 to 18 points to match the style of your document. Smaller sizes work well for footnotes and margins, while larger sizes are better for presentations or documents read on screen.

Will adding page numbers affect my PDF quality?

No. Page numbers are added as a transparent overlay on each page using vector text, so the original content, images, and formatting remain completely untouched. The file size increase is negligible since only small text elements are added.

Is my PDF file secure?

Yes. Your file is uploaded over an encrypted HTTPS connection, processed entirely on our server, and automatically deleted after processing completes. We never store, access, or share your documents with any third party.

Can I start numbering from a number other than 1?

Yes. You can set any custom starting number in the options panel. This is especially useful when you are combining multiple PDF documents and need the page numbering to continue sequentially from the previous section.

Where can I place page numbers on the page?

You can place page numbers in six positions: top-left, top-center, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-center, or bottom-right. Bottom-center is the most common choice for reports and manuscripts, while top-right is standard for many business documents.

Can I add page numbers to a scanned PDF?

Yes. The tool works with all PDF types including scanned documents and image-based PDFs. Page numbers are placed as a text overlay on top of the existing content, so the scanned images remain unaffected at their original quality.

Does the tool work with landscape and mixed-orientation PDFs?

Yes. The page numbering tool correctly handles both portrait and landscape pages, as well as PDFs with mixed orientations. Page numbers are placed relative to each page's dimensions, so they appear in the correct position regardless of orientation.