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Add Page Numbers to PDF

Add page numbers at the top or bottom of every page of a PDF.

Add page numbers at the top or bottom of every page of a PDF.

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Quick start: Upload the PDF that needs page numbers by dropping it onto the upload area. → Choose the position for the numbers — top or bottom of the page, left, center, or right aligned. → Optionally set a custom starting number if you want to begin from a number other than 1.

Supported formats

Input formats
PDF
Output formats
PDF

How to use Add Page Numbers to PDF

  1. 1

    Upload the PDF that needs page numbers by dropping it onto the upload area.

  2. 2

    Choose the position for the numbers — top or bottom of the page, left, center, or right aligned.

  3. 3

    Optionally set a custom starting number if you want to begin from a number other than 1.

  4. 4

    Click 'Apply' and download the paginated PDF.

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Why use Add Page Numbers to PDF?

  • Flexible positioning — top or bottom of the page with left, center, or right alignment.
  • Custom starting number lets you continue numbering from a previous document section.
  • Clean, professional number formatting that does not interfere with existing content.
  • Runs entirely in your browser — your documents are never uploaded to a server.

Common use cases

  • Add page numbers to a report or thesis before printing or submitting.
  • Paginate a merged PDF that was assembled from multiple source documents.
  • Number the pages of a contract or legal document for reference during review.
  • Add page indicators to a presentation deck exported as a PDF.

Limitations & things to know

  • Uses system sans-serif font for numbers
  • Existing page numbers are not detected or removed
  • Encrypted PDFs need the password first

About Add Page Numbers to PDF

Adding page numbers to a PDF is essential for reports, theses, contracts, and any multi-page document that will be printed or reviewed. Xevon Tools' Add Page Numbers tool stamps clean, professional page numbers on every page of your PDF with configurable position and alignment. You can place numbers at the top or bottom of the page with left, center, or right alignment, and optionally set a custom starting number for documents that are part of a larger series. The numbers are rendered in a standard sans-serif font that is readable without being intrusive. Because the tool runs entirely in your browser using pdf-lib, your documents never leave your device. Whether you are paginating a thesis before submission, numbering a merged contract for legal reference, or adding page indicators to a presentation, this tool automates the process in seconds.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. You can set any starting number — for example, start at page 5 if your PDF is a continuation of a larger document. The numbering increments from your chosen starting value.
No. The tool adds new page numbers as a text overlay. It does not detect or remove existing page numbers. If your PDF already has numbers, you may end up with duplicates.
Currently the tool numbers all pages in the document. Selective page numbering (e.g., skipping a cover page) is planned for a future update.
The numbers are rendered in a clean system sans-serif font at a standard size that is readable without being intrusive.

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