Add Page Numbers to PDF
Add page numbers to any PDF. Choose the position, format, font size and starting number, and preview the result before you download.
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Add Page Numbers on Docmint: Add page numbers to any PDF. Choose the position, format, font size and starting number, and preview the result before you download. It accepts PDF files, runs entirely in your browser with no upload, and is free with no account.
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- Edit & Optimize
- Input
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- On your device, in the browser
- Price
- Free, no sign-up
- Runs entirely in the browser (no file upload)
- Free to use, no account required
- Processes several files at once
- Accepts PDF files
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- 3Merge PDFMerge chapters first, then number them
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How to add page numbers
Follow these simple steps to get professional results in seconds
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Upload the PDF
Drop the file. The first page shows a live preview of the number placement.
- 2
Choose style and position
Pick a format such as 1, Page 1, 1 / 12 or i, ii, iii. Place it at the bottom centre, outside corners or top. Set size, margin and the first number.
Pro tip
Skip the cover by starting on page 2 and numbering from 1. - 3
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Click Add Numbers. The numbers are drawn into each page as real vector text.
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Pro Tips for Add Page Numbers
Get the most out of your add page numbers experience
Alternating corners
Choose 'Outside corners' for booklets so numbers sit on the outer edge of each facing page.
Fonts
Helvetica, Times and Courier are embedded in every PDF reader, so numbers render identically everywhere.
Selectable text
Numbers are added as text, so they are searchable and copyable in any viewer.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Add Page Numbers
Everything you need to know about how to add page numbers online
Can I skip the first page?
Yes. Set 'Start on page' to 2 (or later) and choose what number the first numbered page should get.
Can I use Roman numerals?
Yes. Pick the i, ii, iii or I, II, III format.
Will numbers overlap existing content?
Numbers are drawn in the margin you set. Increase the margin or pick a different position if your pages have content near the edge.
Are my files secure while I add page numbers?
Yes. Everything happens inside your browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Your file is never uploaded, and nothing is stored on a server.
Do you keep a copy of my document?
No. The file lives in your browser's memory only. When you close or refresh the tab it is gone. We cannot see it, and neither can anyone else.