
Add Page Numbers to PDF in One Pass
Add page numbers to a PDF with a custom position, starting number, font size, and cover-page skip. Preview one free or number multiple PDFs with Premium batch mode.
Drop a PDF here — get it back with every page numbered
Get the page order right before numbering
Numbers follow the current page order, so put the pages in their final sequence and join every chapter or appendix into one file first. For a DRAFT or CONFIDENTIAL label on the same pages, stamp a text watermark on every page.
What you can do with Add Page Numbers
Review the main capabilities before you begin.
- Add page numbers to every PDF page
- Choose where the number sits on the page
- Start numbering from any value you want
- Skip the cover page when numbering
- Set the font size for the page numbers
- Prepare reports and manuscripts for printing
Settings reference
5 settings
Available controls for Add Page Numbers.
- Processing modePresets
- Process one input, or switch to Premium batch mode to process multiple inputs with shared settings. Available input types depend on the tool.Options: Single PDFBatch
Options
- PositionPresets
- Choose where the page number is stamped on each page: bottom center, bottom right, or top right.Options: Bottom centerBottom rightTop right
- Start atNumber inputRange: 0–9999 · Default: 1
- Sets the number printed on the first numbered page, useful when the document continues from an earlier file.
- Font sizeNumber inputRange: 6–48 · Default: 12
- Adjusts how large the page numbers appear; increase for prominent numbering or decrease for a subtle footer.
- Skip first page (cover)On / Off
- Leaves the first page unnumbered so a cover page stays clean while the rest of the document is numbered.
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How Add Page Numbers helps you get it done
Real problems it solves every day — for businesses, creators, and everyday tasks. Find the use case that fits you and start.
Number a report before printing
Stamp sequential numbers on a long report so printed and stapled copies stay in order, without opening a desktop editor.
Paginate a thesis or manuscript
Add page numbers that skip the title page and start where your institution requires, keeping the numbering aligned with your table of contents.
Prepare legal or client documents
Give every page of a contract bundle a visible number so parties can reference exact pages during review and signing.
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