Add Page Numbers is a free, browser-only tool: Add customizable page numbers to any PDF in seconds. Your file is not uploaded to any server—processing runs locally. No account is required. Typical jobs finish in under 2 seconds on modern devices. Part of EssentialPDFTool's 24 client-side PDF tools with zero uploads.
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Add Page Numbers

Add customizable page numbers to any PDF in seconds.

Files never leave your browser. 100% client-side. Zero uploads.

How it works

  1. 1

    Upload your PDF and choose page number position, font, size, and color.

  2. 2

    Set your starting number and select which pages to include.

  3. 3

    Click "Add Numbers & Download" to get your paginated PDF.

Why use our Add Page Numbers?

100% Private

All processing happens in your browser. Files are never uploaded to any server.

No signup required

Use the tool instantly — no account, no email, no credit card needed.

Works everywhere

Runs on any device with a modern browser — desktop, tablet, or mobile.

No quality loss

Direct PDF manipulation preserves fonts, images, and vectors at original fidelity.

Frequently asked questions

Can I start numbering from a page other than page 1?

Yes. Set any starting number and specify a first page offset to skip cover pages or front matter.

Can I add Roman numerals?

Yes. Choose between Arabic (1, 2, 3), Roman (i, ii, iii), or uppercase Roman (I, II, III) formats.

Can I add a prefix like "Page" or a chapter name?

Yes. The prefix field lets you type any text that appears before the number, e.g. "Page " or "Ch.2-".

Will the numbers overlap existing content?

Use the margin offset control to push numbers into the margin area so they do not cover existing text.

Can I choose the font color?

Yes. Use the color picker to set any hex color for your page numbers.

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