Add Page Numbers
Add page numbers at specific locations
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Supports PDF files up to 100MB
Need to add page numbers to your PDF? ConvertedPDF's page numbering tool lets you add professional page numbers in any position—header, footer, or margins. Customize the numbering format, fonts, and starting page to match your needs.
Choose from various styles: simple numbers, "Page X of Y", Roman numerals, or custom formats. Position numbers left, center, or right; skip title pages; and style with your choice of font and size. Everything processes locally for complete privacy.
Why Use Our Add Page Numbers to PDF Online for Free?
Who Uses This Tool?
Trusted by professionals across industries for their daily document needs
Reports & Documents
Number business reports professionally. Add page numbers to legal documents. Prepare formal submissions.
Books & Manuals
Number book chapters and pages. Add pagination to manuals. Prepare documents for printing.
Academic Papers
Add page numbers per style guides. Number thesis pages. Prepare academic submissions.
Legal Filings
Add page numbers to court documents. Number exhibits correctly. Meet filing requirements.
Contracts
Number contract pages for reference. Add pagination to agreements. Prepare signing documents.
Presentations
Number printed handouts. Add slide numbers to PDF exports. Create page-referenced materials.
How It Works
Get started in three simple steps
Upload PDF
Upload your PDF file that needs page numbers.
Configure Numbering
Choose position, format, font, and starting number. Skip pages if needed.
Download
Click Apply and download your numbered PDF.
Powerful Features
Everything you need, nothing you don't
Position Options
Header or footer; left, center, or right alignment.
Number Formats
Arabic, Roman numerals, "Page X of Y", or custom text.
Font Customization
Choose font family, size, and color.
Page Range
Number all pages or specify page range.
Skip Pages
Exclude title pages, cover, or specific pages.
Starting Number
Begin numbering from any number, not just 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions
Can I skip the first page (cover page)?
Yes, specify pages to skip. You can exclude the first page, multiple pages, or any custom page range.
What numbering formats are available?
Arabic (1, 2, 3), Roman (i, ii, iii or I, II, III), "Page X of Y" format, or custom text with number placeholder.
Can I use Roman numerals for front matter?
Yes, you can apply different numbering styles to different page ranges—Roman for front matter, Arabic for content.
Where can page numbers be positioned?
Top or bottom of page (header/footer); left, center, or right; with customizable margins.
Will numbering affect existing content?
Numbers are added to margins. If your document has no margins, some content might overlap. Preview before applying.
Can I match existing document fonts?
Choose from common document fonts. For exact font matching, standard fonts like Arial, Times, and Helvetica are available.
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