🔢 Add Page Numbers to PDF

Add professional page numbers to your PDF documents with live preview.

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Drag & drop PDF file here or click to upload

Supported: PDF files only

Max 50MB

⚙️ Settings

📁 File Info

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document.pdf

0 KB • 0 pages

📍 Position

Select Position

🔢 Format

Number Format

Start From Page

🎨 Style

Font Size

📏 Margins

Horizontal Margin (pt)

Vertical Margin (pt)

📄 Live Preview

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Page Numbers Added!

File: numbered-document.pdf
Total Pages: 0

💡 Smart Tips

Use the live preview to see exactly how page numbers will appear on each page
Navigate between pages using Previous/Next buttons to check all pages
Bottom center is the most professional position for documents
Adjust margins if numbers overlap with existing content
Start numbering from page 2 to skip cover pages
Larger font sizes work better for printed documents

📖 How to Use This Tool

Upload your PDF file by clicking or dragging into the upload area
View live preview of your PDF on the right panel
Customize position, format, and style in the left panel
Use Previous/Next buttons to preview all pages
Adjust settings until you're satisfied with the preview
Click "Add Page Numbers" to process your PDF
Download your numbered PDF file

✨ Uses & Benefits

Create professional business documents
Organize reports and manuscripts
Prepare documents for printing
Add navigation aids to long PDFs
Meet formatting requirements for submissions
Improve document readability
Add consistent pagination across files

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tool free?

Yes, completely free with unlimited usage.

Are my files safe?

Yes. All processing happens in your browser. Files are never uploaded to servers.

Can I skip the first page?

Yes, use the "Start From Page" option to begin numbering from any page.

What if numbers overlap content?

Adjust the horizontal and vertical margins to reposition the page numbers. Use live preview to check.

Does this work on scanned PDFs?

Yes, page numbers are added as overlays on any PDF type.

Why did processing fail?

Common causes: corrupted PDF, encrypted/protected file, or browser memory limits. Try with a smaller file.

🔒 Privacy & Security: All PDF processing happens locally in your browser. No files are uploaded to our servers. Your documents remain completely private and secure.

⚠️ Limitations & Notes

Max file size: 50MB per PDF
Password-protected PDFs must be unlocked first
Requires modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
JavaScript must be enabled
Very large PDFs may take longer to process

Disclaimer: This tool is provided for general use. Page numbers are added as text overlays. Always verify output meets your requirements before final use.