Add Page Numbers to PDF — Free Online Tool
Add page numbers to any PDF document. Customize position and format. No sign-up required.
How to add page numbers to pdf
- 1Upload your PDF file using the drop zone above or click to browse
- 2Choose where the page numbers should appear and select a numbering format
- 3Adjust the starting number, font size, and whether to skip the first page
- 4Click "Add Page Numbers" and download your numbered PDF
About This Tool
Adding page numbers to a PDF is an essential step when preparing documents for printing, binding, or professional distribution. Whether you are finalizing a thesis, compiling a report for a board meeting, or assembling a manual, clearly numbered pages make it easy for readers to navigate and reference specific sections. This free online tool lets you add page numbers to pdf documents in seconds with full control over position, format, and starting number — no software to install and no account to create.
This add page numbers to pdf tool runs entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript and the pdf-lib library. Your files are never uploaded to a remote server — they stay on your device from start to finish. You can place numbers at the top or bottom of the page, align them left, center, or right, and choose from several common numbering formats including simple digits, "Page N" labels, "N of Total" counters, and dash-enclosed numbers. A handy option to skip the first page keeps title pages clean, and you can start numbering from any value you choose. There are no file-size limits beyond what your browser can handle, no daily usage caps, and no watermarks added to your output. It works on any modern browser across desktop and mobile devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is completely free with no hidden fees, no premium tier, and no account required. You can add page numbers to as many PDFs as you need without any cost.
Absolutely. All processing happens directly in your browser. Your PDF files are never uploaded to any server, so your documents remain private and secure on your own device.
Yes. Simply check the "Skip first page" option. This is useful when your first page is a title or cover page that should not display a page number.
You can choose from four formats: simple numbers (1, 2, 3), "Page" prefix (Page 1, Page 2), "N of Total" (1 of 10, 2 of 10), or dash-enclosed (- 1 -, - 2 -).
Yes. You can set any starting number you like using the "Starting number" input. For example, if your PDF is part of a larger document starting at page 15, simply enter 15.