To add page numbers, open Add Page Numbers to PDF, choose your file, pick a position and starting number, and create the numbered copy. It works in your browser without uploading the file.
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How to use the Add Page Numbers to PDF
- Choose the PDF.
- Pick the position on the page.
- Set the starting number.
- Download the numbered PDF.
Worked example
Choosing bottom-center with a start of 1 puts 1, 2, 3 and so on at the bottom of each page.
Tips and common mistakes
- Set a different start number if the PDF continues from another document.
- Check the number does not overlap existing footer text.
- Numbering does not change the original file.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start at a number other than 1?
Yes, set the starting number.
Where can numbers go?
You can choose the position, such as bottom center or right.
Is it private?
Yes.