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Add Page Numbers

Number your PDF pages with custom position, size and starting number.

About Add Page Numbers

Documents assembled from multiple sources — merged reports, scanned archives, court bundles — usually lack consistent page numbers. Adding them makes the document citable ("see page 47") and keeps printed copies in order if they're ever dropped.

This tool stamps sequential numbers on every page in the position and style you pick. It's a small change that makes long documents dramatically easier to navigate and reference in meetings.

How to use Add Page Numbers

  1. 1

    Load the document

    Open the PDF that needs numbering — merged files are the most common case.

  2. 2

    Choose position and style

    Bottom-center is the convention; corners work better when footers are already occupied.

  3. 3

    Set the starting number

    Start from 1, or from a higher number when the document continues an existing volume.

  4. 4

    Apply and save

    Numbers are drawn onto each page and the finished PDF downloads immediately.

Tips for better results

  • Number your bundle after merging, not before — otherwise each section restarts at 1.
  • Legal bundles often need numbers in the top-right; check the required format before stamping.
  • Pick a corner that avoids existing footers or headers to keep pages tidy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip the first page (cover)? +
Yes. Enable the "Skip first page" option and page numbering will start from page 2.
What number formats are available? +
You can use plain numbers (1, 2, 3), "Page 1 of N" format, or Roman numerals.
Where are page numbers placed? +
Choose from bottom-left, bottom-center, bottom-right, top-left, top-center, or top-right.
Can I set a custom starting number? +
Yes. Set the starting number to any value. Useful for documents that continue from another.
Are my files private? +
Yes. All processing happens in your browser with pdf-lib. Nothing is uploaded.

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