To add page numbers to a PDF, upload the file, choose which corner they sit in, set the starting number, and pick a format — plain digits or "Page X of Y" — then download. Numbering can begin from any page, so a cover page can stay unnumbered.
Last updated 2026-07-30
Add clean, consistent page numbers to any PDF. Choose the corner, the starting value and the format — plain numbers or "Page X of Y".
How to use Add Page Numbers to a PDF
Upload the PDF — Drop in the document that needs numbering.
Configure the numbering — Pick a position, starting number, format and font size.
Download — Apply the numbers and save the updated PDF.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start numbering from a page other than the first?
Yes. Set the starting number and the first page to number, which is useful when a cover page should stay unnumbered.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Every conversion runs inside your own browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device, which means there is nothing for us to store, read, or leak.
Is this tool really free?
Yes. There is no signup, no watermark, no file limit, and no trial period. The site is funded by advertising, so the tools stay free for everyone.
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