Can I change the starting number?

Yes. Enter the number that should appear on the first page, and the rest of the pages continue from there.

Where can I place the page numbers?

This version supports bottom center, bottom right, and top right placements.

Does this add page numbers to every page?

Yes. The first version applies page numbers across the whole document.

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Add Page Numbers to PDF Online

Add page numbers to a PDF online and download an updated file with simple numbering.

Number every page in one pass

Choose the starting number

Pick a simple placement

Add Page Numbers

Output

Choose a file to see the result state here.

Waiting

Processed output appears here

Choose the PDF file set and run the tool. The server will return the finished output here.

Source PDF

Numbered PDF

When to use this add page numbers tool

Use this page when a PDF needs clear numbering for reading, printing, legal review, internal review, or sharing with other people.

Add page numbers to every page
Choose a simple placement
Set the starting number before processing

How the page numbering works

The server draws a page number onto each page in the PDF. You choose the position and the starting number, and the output file is returned as a new PDF.

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How to Add Page Numbers to a PDF

1
Upload one PDF
Choose a single PDF file so the page numbering flow stays simple and focused.
2
Choose the position and start number
Pick where the page numbers should appear and which number the first page should use.
3
Download the numbered PDF
The server draws page numbers onto the PDF and returns the updated file.

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