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Add Page Numbers

Automatically stamp page numbers on every page of your PDF before printing.

Settings

Position

Number Format

11pt
7pt20pt
Page 1

ℹ️ How it works

  • Uses pdf-lib with Helvetica font to draw numbers at the bottom of every page.
  • X/Y coordinates are calculated dynamically from each page's dimensions.
  • Password-protected PDFs cannot be processed — use Unlock PDF first.

All processing happens entirely inside your browser. Your files never leave your device.

What is the Add Page Numbers to PDF tool?

The Add Page Numbers tool helps you easily insert numbered sequences on each page of a long PDF document. When handing over huge documents like thesis papers or legal briefs, unmarked pages confuse readers.

This tool places numbers onto your PDF file clearly and consistently. Whether you want numbers centered at the bottom or cornered at the top, it stamps them so your file is professional and ready to print.

How to Insert Page Numbers in PDF for Free (Step-by-Step)

Give your file an organized reading flow:

  1. Bring your big PDF: Upload the massive document to your browser layout.
  2. Choose positioning: Pick where the numbers should appear, like bottom-center or top-right.
  3. Set style options: Change the text font or starting digit according to your preferences.
  4. Stamp and receive: Click to apply the digits and download your freshly numbered PDF.

Why Processing Locally is Safer for Your Files

A great thesis or business manual should not be floating randomly on the internet while you only wanted numbering. Because PDFSetu is 100% private, your files are processed locally inside your web browser (Client-Side).

With no server uploads, no data retention, and zero risk, you protect your intellectual property absolutely. Adding page numbers locally is instant, reliable, and completely free.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Can I start numbering from page 3?
    Yes! You can configure the tool to skip title pages or table of contents, and start the sequence exactly where you need it.
  • Can I choose the font for the page numbers?
    Our tool provides clear, professional formatting options to match the numbers perfectly with the body text of your file.
  • Is it really private to upload my long essay here?
    Your essay is never genuinely uploaded. It is read by the local tool running securely in your computer sandbox.