PDF Page Numbering
Add page numbers to a PDF directly in your browser.
Your PDF is processed locally in your browser and is not uploaded by this tool.
How to Use PDF Page Numbering
Upload a PDF, choose the numbering position and starting number, then create a copy with page numbers added.
Practical Example
A report can begin visible numbering at 1 on its first content page while placing the number at the bottom center.
Factors That Affect the Result
Starting number, page range, placement, margins, page dimensions and existing footer content influence the result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can numbering start from a custom number?
Yes, compatible options can begin from a selected value.
Can I number only selected pages?
Use the available page-range controls when supported.
Does numbering remove existing content?
It should overlay numbering, so choose placement that does not cover important content.
Planning PDF Page Numbers
Adding page numbers can make a PDF easier to navigate, reference and print, especially for reports, manuals, proposals and long documents. Before numbering, decide whether the first physical page should display “1” or whether front matter such as a cover and table of contents should be excluded from visible numbering. Also consider the placement of the number so it does not overlap existing footers, crop marks or important content. If the PDF contains pages with different sizes or orientations, inspect the output after processing because a position that works on portrait pages may look different on landscape pages. Page numbering changes the document presentation, so keep an original copy when working with important files. For formal submissions, check whether the recipient requires a specific numbering style, starting number or page position.