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A long document without page numbers is hard to navigate and reference — this tool stamps a page number onto every page of an uploaded PDF at whichever corner or edge position you choose, starting from any number you like.
How it works
Upload your PDF, choose a position (any of the six corners/edges), and set a starting number if you don't want to begin at 1. The tool stamps that sequence onto every page and gives you a single numbered file to download.
- Upload a PDF file.
- Choose a position and starting number.
- Generate and download the numbered PDF.
Examples
Standard bottom-center numbering
A 20-page report gets page numbers stamped at the bottom center of every page, starting from 1.
Continuing numbering from a previous section
A document that's actually the second part of a larger set starts its page numbering at 21 instead of 1, to continue the sequence correctly.
Who should use it
- Adding page numbers to a report or document before sharing or printing.
- Continuing page numbering across a multi-part document set.
Industry applications
- Business and office documentation
- Academic and legal document preparation
Advantages
- Six position choices to match your document's existing layout.
- Custom starting number for multi-part documents.
- No account, subscription or watermark.
Limitations
- Doesn't detect or remove page numbers already printed in the document.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Not checking whether the PDF already has page numbers printed, which can result in two sets of numbers on the page.
- Forgetting to adjust the starting number for a document that's a continuation of an earlier one.
Best practices
- Choose a position that doesn't overlap with existing footer or header content in the document.
- Set the correct starting number if the document continues a sequence from elsewhere.
Tips
- Preview the first and last page after numbering to confirm the position doesn't overlap existing content.
- Use a consistent position across related documents for a professional, uniform look.