Add Page Numbers to PDF
Add page numbers to PDFs with ease. Choose your positions, dimensions, and typography.
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Long PDFs without page numbers are frustrating. How do you reference a specific section? How do you know where you are? Page numbers make documents navigable and professional, especially for reports, books, or official documents.
Our tool adds page numbers to your PDF automatically. Choose the position (top, bottom, corners), format (1, 2, 3 or i, ii, iii), starting number, and style. The numbers are added to every page, making your document easy to navigate and reference.
Customization Options
Position numbers at the top or bottom, left or right, or in corners. Use Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3) or Roman numerals (i, ii, iii). Start from any number—useful if your PDF is part of a larger document. Choose font size and style to match your document's design.
You can even skip numbering on the first page (common for cover pages) or use different formats for different sections. The flexibility ensures your document looks exactly how you want.
How to add page numbers to a PDF
Upload the PDF that needs page numbers.
Choose the position, style, and starting number for your page labels.
Preview if needed, then apply and download the updated file.
When Page Numbers Help
Academic papers need page numbers for citations. Business reports require them for referencing sections. Books and manuals use them for navigation. Legal documents need them for court filings. Any multi-page document benefits from numbering.
Page numbers also help when printing—if pages get mixed up, you can sort them. They make it easy to tell someone "see page 15" instead of "the third page after the cover".
Page Numbering Questions
Can I skip the first page?
Yes, you can choose to start numbering from page 2, leaving the first page (usually the cover) unnumbered. This is standard for many document types.
What numbering formats are available?
You can use Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3), lowercase Roman (i, ii, iii), or uppercase Roman (I, II, III). Arabic is most common, while Roman numerals are often used for prefaces or introductory sections.
Can I customize the appearance?
Yes, you can adjust font size, style, and color to match your document. You can also add prefixes or suffixes, like "Page 1" or "1 of 50" depending on your needs.
Will numbers appear when printing?
Yes, page numbers are embedded in the PDF and will print. They're part of the document content, not just screen overlays.
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