Page numbers
Pick a corner, a style and which pages. The preview shows exactly where numbers go.
or drop a PDF anywhere on this page
Processed on your device. Nothing is uploaded.
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DownloadAbout Page numbers
Add page numbers to a PDF exactly where you want them: any corner or the centre of the top or bottom edge. Choose the style (1, Page 1, Page 1 of 9 or your own text), the first number, which pages to number, and the font, size and colour.
The thumbnails show the numbers as they’ll appear before you save. Your PDF is numbered in your browser and never uploaded.
Why use hellpdf
- Six positions and three margins
- Page X of Y or custom text
- Start from any number
- Live preview
How to add page numbers to a PDF
- Add your file. Pick it or drop it on the page. It's read by your browser and never uploaded.
- Check the preview. Thumbnails show every page. Click one to read it full size.
- Download. Your file is ready right away. Close the tab and it's gone.
Page numbers: frequently asked questions
Can I skip the cover page?
Yes. Set From page to 2 and First number to 1 (or whatever you need).
Does it work on rotated pages?
Yes. Numbers are placed where you see the page’s bottom or top, even on pages turned sideways.
Is it safe for confidential files?
Your file never leaves your device: hellpdf does this in your browser, so nothing is uploaded and there’s no file size limit beyond what your device can handle.
Is it really free?
Yes. It’s free with no sign-up, no watermark and no daily limit on the tools that run in your browser.