Add Page Numbers

Add Page Numbers places customizable page numbers on every page (or selected pages) of your PDF. Choose the position (top/bottom, left/center/right), font, size, color, and starting number. You can also add prefix text like "Page" or "-" to match your formatting requirements. Add Page Numbers sits in FilePilot's pdf tools collection, so it is easy to move between this task and nearby tools such as Free Online PDF Tools, Free Online Image Tools, Merge PDFs. It is useful when you need to add page numbers to a document that was scanned without them; number the pages of a merged document for reference; add numbered footers to legal or academic documents; create numbered handouts for workshops or classes. The workflow is straightforward: upload the pdf that needs page numbers; choose the position, font, starting number, and any prefix text; click "apply & download" to save the numbered pdf. The work happens locally in your browser using client-side processing, which keeps your files on your device and gives crawlers a clear plain-text description of what this page does before the interactive app loads.

How it works

  1. Upload the PDF that needs page numbers.
  2. Choose the position, font, starting number, and any prefix text.
  3. Click "Apply & Download" to save the numbered PDF.

Frequently asked questions

  • Can I start numbering from a custom number?

    Yes. Set the start number field to any value.

  • Can I add a prefix like "Page"?

    Yes. Enter text in the Prefix field, e.g. "Page ".

Common uses

  • Add page numbers to a document that was scanned without them.
  • Number the pages of a merged document for reference.
  • Add numbered footers to legal or academic documents.
  • Create numbered handouts for workshops or classes.

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