Add page numbers in 3 clicks

Add Page Numbers to PDF

Need page numbers on a PDF that does not have them yet?
Upload your file, choose a format, and add numbering across the whole document in just a few clicks.
You can skip the cover, start from any number, fine-tune placement, and preview multiple pages before saving.

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Your PDF stays in your browser. No uploads, no servers, no data leaving your device.
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Perfect for slide decks, reports, contracts, manuals, and submission-ready PDFs
Numbering presets
Text color
Placed 3% up from the bottom edge.
Placed 6% in from the right edge.
Use this when your first numbered page should begin at something like `5`.
Useful for skipping a cover page, title page, or table of contents.
Measured in points. The default is 12 pt.
This affects both the preview and the exported PDF.
Switch from a lighter look to a more prominent page mark.
Page number
Use the left field before the number and the right field after it. You can also use `{n}` and `{total}`.
This color is very close to white. It may be hard to read on PDFs with white backgrounds.

Preview

Load a PDF to see a live preview
Choose a PDF to preview how the page numbers will look.
The preview updates automatically whenever you change a setting.
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Happy with the preview? Save the numbered PDF here
Review the result above, then click below to insert the page numbers and download the finished PDF.

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Why this tool works well

Private, browser-only processing

Everything happens locally in your browser from upload to download. Your file is never sent to an external server. That makes it a strong fit for contracts, internal decks, client documents, and any other sensitive PDF.

Fast for simple jobs, flexible for detailed ones

Start with a preset and a color, or open advanced controls when you need more precision. You can fine-tune prefixes, suffixes, serif or sans-serif style, weight, placement, start number, and skipped front matter without turning the workflow into a hassle.

Preview more than just page one

Every change refreshes the preview, and you can move through multiple pages before exporting. That makes it easy to verify the cover skip, placement, and readability on real content instead of guessing from the first page alone.

Add PDF page numbers in 3 steps

No install required. Everything runs in your browser.

Useful in real-world workflows

Frequently asked questions

Can I add page numbers to any PDF?
Yes. You can use presets like `1, 2, 3`, `Page X of Y`, `Page X`, or `- X -`. Advanced settings also let you add your own prefix and suffix, so formats like `Section {n}` or `Page {n} of {total}` are easy to create.
Can I leave the cover page unnumbered?
Yes. Use the "Pages to skip at the front" setting. For example, if you enter `2`, the first two pages stay unnumbered and numbering begins on page three.
Can I change the page number position?
Absolutely. You can choose left, center, or right alignment and then fine-tune the position by percentage. Font size is also adjustable, so it is easy to fit different page sizes and layouts.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Your PDF is loaded, previewed, processed, and saved entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to an external server.
Can I choose the font style?
Yes. You can choose between serif and sans-serif styles, switch font weight, and customize the prefix or suffix. The live preview makes it easy to judge readability before you export.

Why page numbers matter in PDFs

Unnumbered PDFs slow down review, discussion, and sign-off

When a PDF has no page numbers, giving directions becomes vague. Teams end up saying things like "the paragraph about a third of the way down," which slows meetings, approvals, and edits. It is also harder to restore order if printed pages get shuffled.

Traditional options often trade off cost, speed, or privacy

Full PDF editors can handle page numbering, but they are overkill when you just need a clean export. Reopening the source file in Word, PowerPoint, or another layout tool is not always possible, and it can introduce formatting drift. Many web services are convenient, but uploading sensitive documents is not always acceptable.

This tool keeps the workflow simple, private, and practical

This page number tool runs entirely in your browser with no server upload, while still offering the controls people actually need: multiple numbering formats, prefix and suffix support, serif or sans-serif styling, font weight, cover-page skipping, start number control, and precise placement. It is a straightforward finishing step for decks, reports, contracts, manuals, and other shared PDFs.

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