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Add Page Numbers to PDF Tool

Add page numbers to PDF online — place numbers in the header or footer with format, start number, and font size controls. Free, private, and local in your browser.

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Everything you need in a free PDF page number tool

Number every page

Add page numbers to your PDF with position, format, start number, and font size controls — then download instantly.

Header or footer placement

Place numbers at the bottom or top, centered or in a corner, so they match your document style.

Flexible formats

Use a plain number, 1 / N, Page 1, or Page 1 of N. Start from any number when continuing a longer document.

100% browser-based

Numbering runs with pdf-lib in your browser. Your documents stay on your device — nothing is uploaded to Focera.

How It Works

Adding page numbers should be quick and private. Focera keeps the whole flow on one page — upload your PDF, choose placement and format, and download without an account or desktop installer.

  1. Upload your PDF. Drag and drop a file up to 25 MB (max 50 pages), or click the zone to browse from your device.
  2. Choose numbering options. Pick position, format, start number, and font size to match your document.
  3. Number and download. Page numbers are drawn on every page locally. Preview the result and download again anytime.

Jump back to the page numbers tool anytime to process another file.

Popular Use Cases

  • Reports and proposals — Add clear page numbers before sharing with clients or teammates.
  • Print-ready packets — Number scanned handouts and meeting packets so pages stay in order.
  • Multi-part documents — Start numbering at page 5 (or any number) when appending to an existing sequence.
  • Contracts and forms — Place footer numbers so signed copies are easy to reference.

Private by Design

Your PDF is read and processed entirely in your browser. Focera does not receive the file, store pages, or run numbering on a remote server. When you leave the page, temporary previews are revoked and nothing remains on our infrastructure.

Related Tools

  • Add Text to PDF — Place custom labels or notes on selected pages.
  • PDF Watermark — Stamp a logo or mark on every page alongside numbers.
  • Merge PDF — Combine multiple PDFs into one file before numbering.
  • Split PDF — Break a PDF into pages or ranges, then number only what you need.
  • Compress PDF — Shrink the numbered file for email and uploads.
  • PDF Editor — Reorder, rotate, or extract pages before adding numbers.
  • Crop PDF — Trim margins so page numbers sit cleanly on the page.

FAQ

Is this PDF page number tool free?

Yes. Number unlimited PDFs with no account, subscription, or daily limit.

Are my PDFs uploaded to a server?

No. Page numbering runs entirely in your browser with pdf-lib. Your PDF stays on your device.

Where can I place the page numbers?

Choose bottom or top, then center, left, or right. Adjust font size so numbers fit your layout.

What formats are available?

Use a plain number, 1 / N, Page 1, or Page 1 of N. You can also set a custom start number.

Does numbering keep text selectable?

Yes. The original PDF pages stay intact — only the page number text is drawn on top.

Is there a file size or page limit?

Yes. Upload PDFs up to 25 MB with a maximum of 50 pages per file.

Can I number password-protected PDFs?

Not directly. Unlock the file first with Unlock PDF, then upload the unlocked copy to add page numbers.

Do I need to install software?

No. Open the page in a modern browser, drop your PDF, and download immediately.

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