Add Page Numbers to a PDF
Stamp clean page numbers onto an existing PDF — pick the corner, the style, the starting number, and skip the cover page if there is one.
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How it works
- Choose a PDF.
- Pick position and style — 1, 2, 3 · Page 1 · 1 of 12 — and where numbering starts.
- Add the numbers and download the file.
Who uses this tool
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There is no upload step to worry about, because there is no server. The file you choose is processed by your own browser, on your own device, and the result downloads straight from its memory. Once this page has loaded, the tool keeps working with the internet disconnected — try it in airplane mode. Unlike sites that promise to “delete your files after one hour”, there is nothing to delete: your file was never sent anywhere. See how to verify this yourself →
💡 Tips for the best result
- Merging several files first and numbering the result gives one clean, continuous sequence.
- “Start at” accepts any number — useful when the file is a chapter of something larger.
- The 1-of-12 style recalculates the total automatically from the document.
Frequently asked questions
Can numbering start from a page other than 1?
Yes — set “start at” to any number, and tick “skip first page” to leave a cover clean.
Will the numbers overlap my content?
They sit in a margin band (top or bottom). On unusually full pages, pick the corner with the most whitespace.
Is my document uploaded?
No — numbering happens in your browser and works offline after the page loads.
Can I remove page numbers that are already in the PDF?
Not with this tool — existing numbers are part of the page content. You can add a new sequence in a different corner.