Add Page Numbers to PDF Online

Adding page numbers to PDF documents is essential for professional reports, books, manuals, and academic papers. Our free online PDF page number tool makes it easy to add customizable page numbers to any PDF document without installing software.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Upload Your PDF: Click the upload area or drag and drop your PDF file (up to 50MB)
2. Choose Position: Select where to place page numbers (top/bottom, left/center/right)
3. Select Format: Choose from "1, 2, 3", "Page 1", "Page 1 of 10", or "1 / 10"
4. Adjust Font Size: Set the font size from 8px to 24px for readability
5. Set Start Page: Choose which number to start from (useful for skipping cover pages)
6. Customize Color: Pick any text color for your page numbers
7. Adjust Margins: Set horizontal and vertical margins to avoid content overlap
8. Add Prefix/Suffix (Optional): Add custom text before or after page numbers
9. Download: Click "Add Page Numbers & Download" to get your numbered PDF

Why Add Page Numbers to PDF?

• Professional Appearance: Page numbers make documents look polished and organized
• Easy Navigation: Readers can quickly reference specific pages
• Academic Requirements: Most academic papers and theses require page numbers
• Business Reports: Professional reports need page numbering for citations
• Book Publishing: Essential for books, manuals, and guides
• Legal Documents: Courts and legal offices require numbered pages
• Print Preparation: Printers need page numbers for proper binding

Page Number Format Options:

• Simple Numbers (1, 2, 3): Clean and minimal - perfect for most documents
• Page Numbers (Page 1, Page 2): More descriptive - great for reports
• Page of Total (Page 1 of 10): Shows document length - ideal for presentations
• Fraction Format (1 / 10): Compact style - good for limited space

Position Options:

• Bottom Center: Most common position - traditional and professional
• Bottom Right: Popular for business documents and reports
• Top Right: Common in academic papers and books
• Top Center: Used in headers for formal documents
• Bottom Left: Alternative style for creative layouts
• Top Left: Less common but useful for specific formats

Common Use Cases:

• Add page numbers to thesis or dissertation PDFs
• Number pages in business reports and proposals
• Add page numbers to eBooks and digital publications
• Number pages in legal contracts and agreements
• Add page numbers to instruction manuals and guides
• Number pages in meeting minutes and agendas
• Add page numbers to research papers and articles
• Number pages in presentation handouts

Advanced Features:

• Custom Start Page: Start numbering from page 2 or 3 to skip cover pages
• Prefix & Suffix: Add custom text like "- 1 -" or "Page 1 •"
• Color Customization: Match page numbers to your brand colors
• Margin Control: Adjust spacing to avoid overlapping with content
• Font Size Options: Choose from 8px to 24px for perfect readability
• Preview: See how your page numbers will look before processing

Benefits of Our PDF Page Number Tool:

• ✓ Free Forever: No registration, no limits, no hidden fees
• ✓ Privacy First: All processing happens in your browser
• ✓ No Watermarks: Clean output without any branding
• ✓ Fast Processing: Add page numbers in seconds
• ✓ High Quality: Maintains original PDF quality
• ✓ Large Files: Supports PDFs up to 50MB
• ✓ Mobile Friendly: Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
• ✓ No Software Needed: Works directly in your web browser

Tips for Professional Page Numbering:

• Use bottom center for traditional documents and reports
• Choose 10-12px font size for standard documents
• Start from page 2 if your PDF has a cover page
• Use "Page X of Y" format for short documents (under 20 pages)
• Keep margins at 30-50px to avoid content overlap
• Use black or dark gray for maximum readability
• Test different positions to see what works best for your layout