Add Page Numbers to PDF Online Free

Number the pages of any PDF. Choose where the numbers go, what they look like, and which pages get them.

  • Files never leave your device
  • No signup, no watermarks
  • Works offline once loaded

Drag and drop here, or choose from your device.

Up to 50 MB per file. Files are processed in your browser.

How to add Page Numbers

  1. 1Open your PDF.
  2. 2Pick a position, size, starting number and format.
  3. 3Press Add page numbers.
  4. 4Download the numbered PDF.

What you get

  • Six positions, custom font size and margin
  • Formats such as 1, Page 1 or 1 of 20
  • Apply to all pages or a selected range

Tips for better results

  • Bottom-centre is the safest position: it clears most letterheads, margins and staple areas.
  • Skip numbering the cover by starting from page 2 so the printed numbers match the document body.
  • Add numbers after merging and reordering — not before — or the sequence will not match the final document.

Examples

Preparing a document for a court or tender submission

Merge every exhibit into one PDF first, then number continuously from page 1 so any reviewer can cite a page and land on the same content you see.

Frequently asked questions

Is this tool free?
Yes. Every tool on PDF Flourish is free to use, with no account, email address or credit card required.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your file never leaves your device, and nothing is stored by us.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. The tools work in modern mobile browsers on Android and iPhone, as well as on Windows, macOS and Linux desktops.

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