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Page Numbers

Add page numbers to your PDF

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About PDF Page Numbering

Adding page numbers to PDF documents improves navigation, makes referencing specific pages easier, and gives documents a more professional appearance. NewToolSuite's PDF Page Numbering tool automatically adds sequential page numbers to every page of your document in your chosen position and format, all processed directly in your browser.

You can customize the position of page numbers (top or bottom of the page, left, center, or right alignment), the starting number, and the font size. This flexibility accommodates various document formats and professional standards. The tool is perfect for preparing reports, manuscripts, legal documents, manuals, and any multi-page document that benefits from clear pagination.

The entire process runs client-side using JavaScript, ensuring your documents are never uploaded to any server. This is particularly important for confidential or sensitive documents. There are no limits on file size, page count, or number of uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I start numbering from a specific page?

Yes, you can set the starting page number to any value, which is useful when your document begins with a cover page or table of contents.

What positions are available for page numbers?

Page numbers can be placed at the top or bottom of the page, aligned to the left, center, or right.

Does this work with scanned PDFs?

Yes, page numbers are overlaid on top of the existing content regardless of how the PDF was created.

Can I choose the font and size?

You can adjust the font size to match your document's style. The tool uses a standard professional font.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the page numbers placed? +
Numbers appear centered at the bottom of each page with the format "Page X / Y" (for example Page 3 / 10), which is the most common layout for professional documents.
Can I start numbering from a specific page? +
The current version numbers every page of the document. For partial numbering, split the PDF first, number the part you need, and merge the pieces.
Is the tool free and unlimited? +
Yes. Number as many PDFs as you want with no watermark, account, or daily limit.
Is the file uploaded to a server? +
No, the numbering happens in your browser using pdf-lib — ideal for confidential reports and contracts.
Will existing headers and footers be overwritten? +
The new numbers are added to the page, not replacing anything. If your original has a footer on the same area, the two may overlap — in that case consider removing the original footer first.