PDF Page Number Tool

How to Use This Tool

1. Drop or browse for one PDF.
2. Set start number, position, and font size.
3. Click Add Page Numbers and download the numbered file.

Common Use Cases

• Numbering legal documents for court submission
• Preparing print packages with page references
• Adding references for manuscript reviews
• Numbering compiled reports or booklets

Tips for Best Results

• Start from 0 if the first page is a cover.
• Choose "Bottom Center" for the most common professional look.
• Use a smaller font size (9-10) for documents with tight margins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will numbering affect existing page content?

Numbers are overlaid. If the original PDF has content in the numbering area, they may overlap.

Can I number only specific pages?

Currently all pages are numbered. Use Split → Number → Merge for selective numbering.

Important Notes

• Page numbers are drawn as overlay text on each page.
• Existing footer content may overlap depending on the source document layout.
• You can customize the starting number, position, and font size.
• All tools run fully in your browser. Your files are not sent to our server.
• Safe and free to use: no login, no signup, no paywall.
• Libraries used: PDF-Lib (MIT), PDF.js (Apache 2.0), Mammoth.js (BSD-2), JSZip (MIT).
• If you find a bug, please report it in the comments.

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