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Add Page Numbers

Add page numbers to your PDF document.

How to Use This Tool

  1. 1Upload your PDF file using the file selector or drag-and-drop. Supports single documents and multi-page files.
  2. 2Choose your number format (1, 2, 3... or Page 1 of X), position (header, footer, corners), font size, and style options.
  3. 3Click 'Add Page Numbers' to apply your chosen formatting. A preview shows exactly how numbers will appear.
  4. 4Download your numbered PDF. Numbers are permanently embedded and display correctly in any PDF viewer.

Common Use Cases

  • Add page numbers to printed documents—essential for legal filings, academic papers, and formal reports where reference is critical.
  • Create consistent numbering for multi-chapter files like annual reports, proposal drafts, or training manuals.
  • Prepare documents for professional printing and binding where page order must be clear for assembly and review.
  • Number extracted sections from larger documents to maintain continuity and reference capability.
  • Add Bates numbering for legal discovery and document production where unique page identifiers are required.

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