Add Page Numbers to PDF — Free Online Tool
Add page numbers to your PDF (Server-powered)
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How It Works
Upload Your PDF
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Add Page Numbers
Choose position, format, and starting number
Download Numbered PDF
Get your PDF with page numbers instantly
Help & Tips
- Placement: Choose header or footer positions.
- Formats: Styles like "1", "1/10", or "Page 1".
- Style: Set font size/color for readability.
- Start: Start numbering at a specific page if needed.
- Safety: Avoid overlapping content—preview before saving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Add Page Numbers free?
Yes. 100% free, no sign-up required.
Can I choose where page numbers appear?
Yes. You can choose top-left, top-center, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-center or bottom-right positioning.
Can I choose the starting number?
Yes. Set any starting number — useful if your PDF is part of a larger document.
Are my files safe?
Files are uploaded to our server, processed and automatically deleted within 1 hour. We never store your files.
Can I choose the font and size of page numbers?
Yes. Font size and style options are available in the tool settings before processing.
Why Use PDFLY for PDF Page Numbering?
Add professional page numbers to PDF documents with customizable positioning, formatting, and numbering options. Perfect for organizing multi-page documents.
- Flexible Positioning: Place page numbers in header, footer, or corner positions with precise alignment
- Custom Numbering Formats: Choose from Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3), Roman numerals (I, II, III), or letter formats (A, B, C)
- Start Number Configuration: Begin numbering from any number, useful for multi-document projects or appended sections
- Selective Page Numbering: Apply numbering to all pages or skip specific pages (e.g., cover page, table of contents)
- Batch Numbering: Add page numbers to multiple PDFs simultaneously with consistent formatting
Supported Formats & Limitations
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Input Format | PDF (standard, scanned, and password-protected PDFs) |
| Output Format | PDF with page numbers added |
| Maximum Pages | PDFs up to 5000 pages |
| File Size Limit | 100 MB per PDF |
| Number Formats | Arabic (1, 2, 3), Roman (I, II, III), Letters (A, B, C), Custom text |
| Positioning | Header, footer, top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right corners |
Common Use Cases for Page Numbering
Adding page numbers improves document organization, facilitates navigation, and maintains professional standards for formal documents.
- Book & E-Book Publishing: Add sequential page numbers to book manuscripts, e-books, and published materials
- Academic Papers: Number thesis, dissertation, and research paper pages for proper academic formatting
- Legal Documents: Add page numbers to contracts, agreements, and legal briefs for precise cross-referencing
- Manual Documentation: Number technical manuals, user guides, and operating instructions for easy reference
- Multi-Document Projects: Add custom page numbering to merged documents to maintain continuous numbering across sections