Add Page Numbers to PDF
Number PDF pages with a 9-anchor positioning grid, custom formats (e.g. Page {n} of {N}), font styling, and cover page exclusions. 100% on-device.
Drag & drop a PDF here to paginate, or browse
Works with any multi-page PDF document. Zero server uploads.
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Add customizable page numbers to your PDF
Flexible Placement
Position numbers at the top, bottom, left, center, or right.
Custom Formatting
Choose from Page X of Y, X/Y, or standard numeric numbering.
On-Device Stamping
Stamps numbers across all pages in memory without server uploads.
How to Add Numbering to PDF Pages
Follow these 4 simple steps to process your files directly on your device with 100% privacy.
Select PDF
Choose the PDF you want to paginate. Loads directly in your browser tab.
Choose Position & Format
Pick bottom-center, bottom-right, or top-right, and format like 'Page X of Y' or '1, 2, 3'.
Adjust Font & Margins
Customize font family, size, color, and margin offset to match your document style.
Download Numbered PDF
Save your neatly paginated document instantly with zero server latency.
Supported Formats & Processing Limits
Built for Everyday Productivity
Paginate Academic Theses & Dissertations
Ensure your academic papers, research submissions, and manuscripts comply with university formatting requirements by numbering pages cleanly.
Legal Briefs & Court Exhibits
Number exhibits and discovery documents sequentially so attorneys and judges can reference specific page numbers during hearings.
How to Add Page Numbers and Headers to PDF Documents
Stamp dynamic page counters (Page X of Y), bates numbering, and roman numerals with custom placement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about browser processing, file safety, and format capabilities.
Can I skip numbering on the cover page?
Yes. You can specify a starting page (e.g. start numbering from page 2) so title pages remain clean.
Can I format page numbers as 'Page 1 of 25'?
Yes. DocuShrink supports multiple templates including 'Page {n} of {total}', '{n} / {total}', and simple '{n}'.
Will adding page numbers overwrite existing text?
You can adjust the margin offset sliders to position numbers safely outside your document's text body.
Are my documents sent to the cloud?
Never. Numbering is calculated and rendered entirely on your computer.