How to use the add page numbers to pdf
- Drop your PDF into the box.
- Choose the number format, the position, the size and color, and the first number. Tick the box to leave the cover page without a number.
- Click Add page numbers and save to download the numbered PDF.
Formats and positions
You can show a plain number (1), a label (Page 1), a label with the total (Page 1 of 12) or a fraction (1/12). Put the number at the bottom or the top of the page, on the left, in the center or on the right. Pages that are rotated are handled, so the number always appears where you expect it.
Cover pages and custom start numbers
Tick Do not number the first page to keep your cover clean. The second page then shows the number that follows the first number you chose. If your document continues from another file, set the first number to the right value and the totals follow it.
The numbers use the Helvetica font. The tool works with up to 200 pages and your PDF is never uploaded.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add page numbers to a PDF for free?
Drop the PDF, choose a format and a position and click Add page numbers and save. No account is needed.
Can I skip the first page?
Yes. Tick the box to leave the cover page without a number. The second page keeps its own number in the sequence.
Can I start numbering from a different number?
Yes. Change the First number field before saving.
Is my PDF uploaded to a server?
No. The numbers are added in your browser and your file stays on your device.
Why does it say my PDF is password-protected?
The file is encrypted, so it cannot be changed. Remove the password first, then try again.