Add Page Numbers
To add page numbers to a PDF, upload the file, choose header or footer placement with left, center, or right alignment, and set the starting number and any pages to skip. Numbers are added as a text layer in your browser; the original pages are untouched.
Add page numbers to a PDF with position and start-number controls.
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Start in 3 easy steps
A quick visual tour of the private PurePDF workflow.
Upload your PDF
Choose the file that needs page numbers.
Set numbering
Pick a position and starting number.
Export numbered PDF
Download the updated document from the download hub.
Built for everyday PDF work
Fast, clear, and built around local browser processing.
Custom numbering
Choose top or bottom placement and set the first number.
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Upload first, then finish the task in a focused workspace page.
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Is adding page numbers to a PDF free?
Yes. PurePDF Add Page Numbers is 100% free with no signup and no watermarks.
Do my files get uploaded to a server?
No. Page numbering runs entirely in your browser. Your PDF never leaves your device.
Can I choose where the page numbers appear?
Yes. Place numbers in the header or footer, aligned left, center, or right, with adjustable margins.
Can I start numbering from a specific page or number?
Yes. Set a custom starting number and skip pages such as a cover page before numbering begins.
Can I change the font and size of page numbers?
Yes. Choose the font size and color so numbers match your document design.
Will adding page numbers change my document quality?
No. Numbers are added as a text layer — the original pages, images, and fonts are untouched.
Can I number only a range of pages?
Yes. Apply numbering to a specific page range and leave the rest of the document unchanged.