What does Add Page Numbers do?
Add Page Numbers is a free online tool that can stamp page numbers on each PDF page. The PDF result from Add Page Numbers is a separate copy to inspect before you use it elsewhere. One possible use is unnumbered scans given a visible reference sequence.
Page numbering renders the PDF pages as images and writes a number in sequence near the bottom of each sheet. It can help a reader navigate an unnumbered scan or refer to a page during review.
The sequence starts at 1 and runs through the source. Because this tool turns into pixels pages, it is a visible numbering utility rather than a structural page-label editor.
It does not offer separate introductory Roman numerals or a custom starting number. The added number belongs to the new visible page image.
It is separate from any old number printed in the source. A contents list may therefore need a manual update.
The bottom area should have enough space for both marks. Inspect a dense page as well as a nearly empty cover.
Number PDF pages online: steps
Before using Add Page Numbers, decide what the new copy must contain and where it will be used. Choose a version with enough clear space at the bottom so that the added number will not cover existing content. Review the upload area and all values required by the current Add Page Numbers form.
Choose the source
Use the new number for meeting references, with a clear label. For Add Page Numbers, choose one source from your device. Keep a source copy for another attempt.
Review the form values
The Add Page Numbers form has no extra task settings. Check the source in the file area.
Run the file task
Use Process Add Page Numbers after checking the source and form values. Wait for the job to finish. An error means this attempt failed.
Save and check the output
Check the placement and numbering sequence, then check whether small text remains readable after rendering. Store the output on your device. Name this copy separately from the original.
Number pages: uses for Add Page Numbers
Add Page Numbers can help with meeting packets prepared for verbal page references. It can also be used for draft printouts numbered for handwritten comments. The PDF result from Add Page Numbers must suit the intended reading or editing step, so keep the source until that check is complete.
- Unnumbered scans given a visible reference sequence.
- Meeting packets prepared for verbal page references.
- Draft printouts numbered for handwritten comments.
- Manual appendices labeled for easier offline navigation.
Formats and limits for Add Page Numbers
The Add Page Numbers form accepts PDF sources. Each Add Page Numbers upload can be up to 300 MB, which equals 300 MiB. The allowed suffixes on the Add Page Numbers page do not prove that a source has valid content inside it.
| Accepted formats | Maximum file size | Output |
|---|---|---|
| 300 MB per file (300 MiB upload limit) |
The pages are rendered at 150 DPI. Searchable text, editable objects, links and signature validation can be affected by this image-based rewrite.
How this tool works
Add Page Numbers uses ImageMagick and Poppler to handle the source on the server. The Add Page Numbers request uses your chosen input rather than any local editing project left on your device. Check the PDF contents produced by Add Page Numbers before treating them as ready for another app or reader.
For Add Page Numbers, your browser uploads the source to our file-processing server. This is a server task, not local editing.
Files are due for deletion within 1 hour. Cleanup runs during normal service operation. Keep a local download for future use.
Add Page Numbers questions and answers
If Add Page Numbers gives an unexpected result, start by checking the source type and the values used in the form. Check the PDF contents from Add Page Numbers as well as the filename or displayed message. For another result type, compare Add Page Numbers with the separate tools described in these answers.
What matters when using Add Page Numbers?
Check that an old footer does not overlap the new mark. View that area at its intended display size. Note any differences that affect your purpose.
Why try Add Header & Footer?
Add Header & Footer offers another task beside Add Page Numbers: add custom header and footer text to PDF pages. Add Header & Footer returns PDF. The stated PDF output from Add Page Numbers matches a listed input type for Add Header & Footer.
Why try Organize PDF?
Organize PDF offers another task beside Add Page Numbers: reorder pages in a custom sequence. Organize PDF returns PDF. The stated PDF output from Add Page Numbers matches a listed input type for Organize PDF.
Why try OCR PDF?
OCR PDF offers another task beside Add Page Numbers: make a scanned PDF searchable using Tesseract OCR. OCR PDF returns PDF. The stated PDF output from Add Page Numbers matches a listed input type for OCR PDF.
What if my PDF result does not open?
For a failed Add Page Numbers result, first confirm that the download completed and that the viewer supports PDF. Try another local viewer for that format.
Record any error message for support. Keep private source material out of the report.
How do I report a problem with Add Page Numbers?
Contact support with the Add Page Numbers page name, source format and the error you saw. Mention any relevant form settings you chose. Do not send passwords or private attachments.