Add Page Numbers to PDF

Insert highly customizable page numbers into your PDF documents perfectly formatted and securely.

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Numbering Settings

Position on Page

Starting Number The number to start counting from.

Text Format Use {n} for current page and {total} for total pages. Example: "- {n} -"

The Ultimate Guide to Adding Page Numbers to PDFs

Whether you are submitting a legal brief, handing in a university thesis, or printing a lengthy corporate report, pagination is not just a suggestion—it is a requirement. Without page numbers, printed documents quickly become disorganized, and referring to specific sections during a meeting becomes impossible. If you received a PDF without numbers, our tool allows you to stamp them perfectly onto the document in seconds.

Why Use a Dedicated Pagination Tool?

Custom Formatting: You aren't limited to just a naked number. You can format the text to say "Page 1 of 50" or "- 1 -" depending on your document's formal requirements.
Flexible Positioning: Depending on where your document's margins are, you might need the numbers at the top right for a report, or the bottom center for a manuscript. Our tool adjusts instantly.
Print Readiness: Adding numbers before printing guarantees that if the physical papers are ever dropped or shuffled, they can be reassembled instantly.

100% Secure Client-Side Processing

Unlike other PDF tools that require you to upload your sensitive manuscripts or legal files to their servers, our paginator is built using a "Zero-Upload" architecture. Our JavaScript engine reads your file, calculates the margins, and draws the numbers directly inside your web browser. Your documents never touch the internet, guaranteeing absolute privacy and instantaneous processing speeds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I start numbering from a page other than 1?

Yes! Our tool includes a "Starting Number" feature. This is incredibly useful if the PDF you are modifying is actually Chapter 2 of a larger book, and you need the numbering to start at page 45.

Will this overwrite existing text at the bottom of my pages?

The tool stamps the page numbers in the standard margin areas (about 30 pixels from the edge). If your PDF has zero margins and text runs entirely to the edge of the paper, the page number will overlap that text.

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