Add page numbers to PDF
Insert clean, professional page numbers anywhere on your PDF. Pick the position, format and starting number, see it live, then download — all in your browser.
Drop a PDF to number
or click to browse
Also on your phone
Page Numbers on the go
The free QuickPDF app puts this and 20+ other tools in your pocket — scan with the camera, sign with your finger, and ask AI what a document says. Most tools run on your device, so they keep working without a connection.
Free — requires iOS 13 or later.
Free on Android phones and tablets.
How to add page numbers to pdf
- 1
Open your PDF
Drop your PDF above, or click to browse. The first page appears as a live preview.
- 2
Style your numbers
Choose the position, the format (1, 1 of N, or Page 1), the starting number and the size.
- 3
Apply and download
Click Add page numbers & download to stamp every page and save your file.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start numbering from a specific number?
Yes. Set any starting number — handy when your document continues from another file or skips a cover page.
Where can the numbers go?
Any of six positions: top or bottom, left, center or right. The live preview shows exactly where they'll land.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Numbering happens entirely in your browser, so your document never leaves your device.