Why add page numbers?
Page numbers make a document easier to navigate, reference and print. If you’ve merged several files, scanned a stack of pages, or assembled a report or ebook, numbering lets readers cite “see page 12”, keeps a printed stack in order, and gives the finished document a more professional feel. It’s a small touch that makes contracts, manuals, theses and handouts much easier to use.
How to add page numbers, step by step
- Drag in (or browse for) your PDF.
- Click Add Page Numbers & Download.
- Each page gets a clear number at the bottom centre, and the file downloads instantly.
Numbering happens in your browser, so your document is never uploaded to a server.
Tips
- Number last: if you’re combining files, merge them first, then add page numbers so the sequence is continuous.
- Remove extras first: delete blank or cover pages with Delete Pages before numbering, so the numbers line up with the real content.
Frequently asked questions
Where do the numbers appear? At the bottom centre of every page.
Do the numbers start at 1? Yes — numbering runs from the first page to the last.
Any watermark or limit? None — it’s free and unlimited.
Is it private? Yes — numbering happens in your browser and the file is never uploaded.