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Add Page Numbers to PDF

Add consistently positioned page numbers to a PDF document. No registration required.

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Add Page Numbers to PDF

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How it works

Use Add Page Numbers to PDF in three steps

  1. 1

    Add your source file

    Choose the original document and confirm that it opens correctly.

  2. 2

    Review Start number

    Choose the first printed value independently of the PDF page index.

  3. 3

    Verify the downloaded result

    Open the finished file and inspect important pages before sharing it.

Designed for dependable results

About Add Page Numbers to PDF

Apply consistent page numbering to a PDF with controlled position, starting value and page selection.

Numbering can begin from a chosen value

Position stays consistent across pages

A new output preserves the untouched source

Choose the right options

Start number
Choose the first printed value independently of the PDF page index.
Position
Select a header or footer anchor with enough margin.
Page selection
Exclude covers or front matter when the controls permit.

When this tool helps

  • Reports and manuals
  • Submission bundles
  • Meeting packs

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Common problems and practical fixes

Numbers cover content

Choose another anchor or increase the usable margin.

The cover says page 1

Adjust the selected pages or starting number to match the document convention.

Existing numbers remain

This tool adds numbers; remove or crop old marks before adding replacements.

Add Page Numbers to PDF FAQ

Can numbering start at a value other than one?

Yes, use the starting-number setting.

Can I skip the cover?

Use page selection where available and verify the preview.

Are page labels the same as printed numbers?

No. Viewer page labels and visible page-number text are separate concepts.

Can I add “Page 1 of 10”?

Use the formatting options presented by the tool; verify the exact output pattern.