Add Page Numbers to PDF — Free & Instant

Stamp custom page numbers onto any PDF. Choose position, format, font, color, and add header or footer text. Live preview updates as you type.

9 position options Roman numerals Live preview Header & footer text Files stay private
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HOW IT WORKS

How to Add Page Numbers to a PDF Online

Three steps — and the live preview shows you exactly what the output will look like before you download.

1

Upload your PDF

Drop your file onto the upload area or click to browse. The first page renders as a live preview panel automatically.

2

Configure your settings

Choose position, format, font, color, and any header/footer text. Every change updates the live preview in real time so you see exactly what you'll get.

3

Download your PDF

Click Add Numbers & Download. Your PDF downloads instantly with page numbers stamped on every page — no re-rendering, zero quality loss.

FEATURES

More control than any other free tool

We built what competitors don't offer — full typography control, Roman numerals, and a live preview.

9-Position Grid

Place numbers anywhere — top/middle/bottom × left/center/right. Not just bottom-center like most tools.

Roman Numerals

Add i, ii, iii or I, II, III — essential for thesis documents, legal filings, and academic papers.

Live Preview

See exactly how page numbers look on your actual document before downloading. Changes update instantly.

Header & Footer Text

Add your company name, document title, date, or any custom text to the header and footer alongside page numbers.

100% Private

All processing happens in your browser. Your PDF is never uploaded to any server.

Zero Quality Loss

Page numbers are added as a text layer. Original pages are copied untouched — no re-rendering ever.

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Common Reasons to Add Page Numbers to a PDF

Number a thesis or dissertation
Add folio numbers to a legal document
Stamp page numbers on a business report
Number scanned document pages
Add page references to a presentation
Number invoice or contract pages
Add header with company name to every page
Stamp "Confidential" footer on sensitive docs
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about adding page numbers to PDFs.

Is this tool free?
Yes — completely free with no usage limits, no watermarks, and no sign-up required. Every feature is free for everyone.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens entirely inside your browser. Your PDF never leaves your device and is never sent to any server.
Can I add Roman numerals as page numbers?
Yes. Select Roman numerals (i, ii, iii for lowercase or I, II, III for uppercase) from the Number Format section. Roman numerals are commonly required for thesis front matter and legal document appendices.
Can I skip the cover page or table of contents?
Yes. Use the "Skip first N pages" control to exclude any number of pages from the start of the document. For example, setting it to 2 will leave the first 2 pages unnumbered and start numbering from page 3.
Can I add a company name or title to every page?
Yes. Use the Header & Footer Text section to add text to the left, center, or right of the header or footer. You can add a company name, document title, confidentiality notice, date, or any custom text.
Can I start numbering from a page other than 1?
Yes. Set any starting number in the "Start number" field. This is useful when your PDF is chapter 2 of a larger document and pages should begin at 25, 51, or any other number.
Will adding page numbers affect quality?
No. Page numbers are added as a text layer on top of each page. The original page content is copied directly without any re-rendering, so fonts, images, and formatting are fully preserved.
Can I use this on iPhone or Android?
Yes. The tool works on all modern mobile browsers including Safari on iPhone and iPad, and Chrome on Android. No app download needed.
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