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Add page numbers to PDF

Add clear page numbers to an existing PDF and control where numbering starts, how it is labelled, and where it appears on each page.

or drop one PDF here

Up to 50 MiB and 500 pages

Processing stays in this browser

Files remain in your browser No file upload No account required

How to add page numbers to pdf

  1. Select one readable PDF.
  2. Preview the pages and choose the available settings.
  3. Choose Add page numbers, validate the result, and download it.

PDF page number questions

Can I choose the starting page number?

Yes. Set a starting number and optional label before numbering the PDF.

Can I change the number position?

Yes. Choose the page position and text size before creating the numbered PDF.

Is my PDF uploaded?

No. Page numbering runs locally in this browser.

Need a different browser task? Organize PDF pages.

About this tool

Add consistent numbering to every PDF page

Add page numbers writes a sequence at your selected position. Choose the starting number, an optional prefix, and the text size.

Useful for

  • Number merged reports or document bundles.
  • Continue numbering from an earlier section.
  • Place labels in a header or footer position.

Good to know

  • Numbers are applied to every page in the current document.
  • The sequence follows PDF page order.
  • Check pages with existing headers or footers for overlap.
Practical guidance

Add page numbers to a PDF with a custom sequence

Number every PDF page using the starting value, optional prefix, position, and text size you choose. This is useful after merging reports, applications, evidence bundles, or other documents that need a visible and consistent page sequence.

Choose where PDF page numbers appear

Place the sequence in a supported header or footer position and preview possible overlap with existing page content.

Start PDF numbering from another value

Continue a sequence from an earlier section by choosing a custom starting number and optional label or prefix.

Number pages in their current PDF order

The sequence follows the document order. Reorganize the PDF first when pages are not yet arranged correctly.

Questions people ask about this task

Can I add page numbers to a PDF online for free?

Yes. Choose the numbering settings and download a numbered copy without an account.

Can I use Roman numerals for PDF page numbers?

No. The current tool writes a numeric sequence with an optional text prefix.

Can I skip the cover page?

The current workflow numbers every page. Separate or reorganize the document when the cover must be handled independently.

PDFKaka Guides

Practical PDF guides for complete tasks

Start with the result you need, then follow an honest workflow across the right browser tools.

Add page numbers guides How to add page numbers to a PDF on a phone Choose a PDF from phone storage, configure the numbering, and save a numbered copy in the mobile browser. Add page numbers guides How to add page numbers to a PDF online for free Add visible numbering to a PDF copy using a chosen starting number, label, position, and text size. Add page numbers guides How to add PDF page numbers without covering text Choose a page corner or edge with consistent empty space and use a readable but unobtrusive text size. Add page numbers guides How to choose PDF page-number position, label, and size Use the available label, start value, placement, and size settings to create a clear numbering pattern. Add page numbers guides How to start PDF page numbering from a custom number Set the first generated number to match a larger packet, cover-page convention, or continuing document sequence.