Add page numbers
Stamp clear page numbers on every page — bottom left, center or right, starting from any number.
What is the Page Numbers tool?
The Page Numbers tool stamps a number on every page of your PDF — ideal for reports, theses, legal bundles and court filings that require numbered pages. You choose the position (bottom center, left or right) and the starting number. Numbers scale with the page size and get a subtle backing so they stay readable even over full-page scans.
Key features
- Bottom center, bottom left or bottom right placement
- Start from any number (useful when a cover page shouldn’t count)
- Numbers auto-scale with page size — visible on A4 and huge scan pages alike
- Subtle white backing keeps numbers legible over images
- Correct placement even on rotated pages
How do I use it?
- Drop the PDF that needs numbering.
- Pick the position and the starting number.
- Click Add numbers & download.
- Every page in the downloaded file now carries its number.
Is it safe to add page numbers online?
Yes. The numbers are drawn into the file by a PDF library running in your browser, following the ISO 32000 PDF standard — the document itself never leaves your device. The original content is not modified; a small text layer is simply added to each page.
Tips for the best result
- Cover page shouldn’t be numbered as 1? Split it off, number the rest starting at 1, then merge back.
- Legal bundles often need bottom-right numbering — select “Bottom right”.
- Start at 0 if your office style counts the title page as zero.
- Numbers land correctly on rotated pages too — no need to fix rotation first.
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose where the page numbers appear?
Yes — bottom center, bottom left or bottom right. The number is placed with a consistent margin on every page.
Can numbering start from a number other than 1?
Yes. Set “Start at” to any value — useful when a cover or table of contents shouldn’t count.
Will the numbers be visible on scanned pages?
Yes. Each number gets a subtle semi-transparent backing, so it stays readable even over dark or busy scans.
Does this change my document’s content?
No — your text and images are untouched; only a small number is drawn onto each page.
Can I number thousands of pages?
Yes, large documents work fine; processing is quick because it happens locally on your device.
Is the file uploaded to add numbers?
No. Numbering runs completely in your browser and the PDF never leaves your device.
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