Add page numbers to PDF
"See page… uh, the one with the chart" is how meetings die. Numbered pages make every document navigable — references land, printouts sort themselves, and readers always know where they are. Drop the file below, pick a style (1, 1/10, or Page 1), a corner, and a start number, and every sheet gets clean running numbers in one pass. Start at any value, so front matter can stay unnumbered while chapter one begins at 1.
How to number pages
- 1Drop your PDF and choose a number style — plain 1, fractional 1/10, or Page 1.
- 2Pick a corner and start bottom-center is classic; start at 1, or higher if front matter precedes the file.
- 3Hit Add page numbers and download. Every page carries its number, ready to reference.
Numbering done right
Match existing fronts
If the PDF opens with unnumbered cover pages you've split off, start numbering at the right offset so printed sets align.
1/N for formal docs
"Page 4 of 22" tells readers exactly how much remains — perfect for proposals and filings.
Keep margins in mind
Bottom-center sits safely on most layouts; dense footers may prefer a top corner instead.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add page numbers to a PDF?
Drop it above, pick a style, corner, and start number, hit Add page numbers. Download the numbered file.
Can numbering start at a number other than 1?
Yes — set any start value, handy when the file begins mid-document.
Which corner is standard?
Bottom-center for most documents; bottom-outer for bound books. All six corners plus top row are one click here.
Will numbers overlap my content?
They sit in the 36pt margin band. If your pages run text to the very edge, crop or pick a clearer corner.
Are my files uploaded?
Never. Numbering runs entirely in your browser.