Add Page Numbers to PDF

Add clean page numbers to your PDF in the position and style you like.

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About the Add Page Numbers to PDF

Page numbers make long documents easier to read, print and reference — essential for reports, theses, assignments and contracts.

Choose where the numbers appear, pick a format such as '1', 'Page 1' or 'Page 1 of 10', set the start number and skip the cover page if you want. The numbers are added on top of your existing pages.

How to use the Add Page Numbers to PDF

  1. Upload your PDF.
  2. Choose position, format and font size.
  3. Set the start number and whether to skip the first page.
  4. Click Add page numbers.

When is it useful?

  • Number theses, assignments and reports
  • Prepare documents for printing and binding
  • Number legal and business documents
  • Make long manuals easier to navigate

Why use PandaToolDesk?

Private by design. The Add Page Numbers to PDF runs completely inside your browser. Your files are never uploaded to our servers, so nobody else can see them — not even us.

Free with no limits. There is no sign-up, no watermark and no daily limit. Use it as often as you like on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android or iPhone.

Fast results. Because there is nothing to upload, even large files are processed quickly — the speed depends only on your own device.

Frequently asked questions

Can I skip the cover page?

Yes. Choose 'Yes (cover page)' under Skip first page.

Can I start from a number other than 1?

Yes. Enter any start number.

Will it cover my content?

Numbers are placed in the margin. Choose another position if your document has content near the edge.

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