Number the pages of a PDF in the format a reader expects
Stamp running page numbers onto a PDF in five formats and five positions, with an option to skip the cover and totals that stay correct.
Add Page Numbers to PDF workspace
Drop files here or browse files
Drop a file here or browse to start.
- Five formats including page of total
- Five header and footer positions
- Skip the cover page
- Renumbers after you reorder pages
EditPDFKit stamps a running page number onto every page in the format and corner you choose, recalculating the totals whenever pages are added, deleted or reordered.
6 Page Numbering Superpowers (Bates Stamping & Dynamic Formats)
Add professional page numbering to legal briefs, academic papers, and multi-page reports.
Adobe Acrobat requires a $239/year subscription for Bates numbering. EditPDFKit delivers legal-grade numbering for free.
1. Diverse Numbering Formats
Choose standard numerals (1, 2, 3), fractional formats ('Page 1 of N', '1/N'), or custom Bates numbering prefixes.
2. 6-Point Margin Positioning
Position numbers at Top Left, Center, Right, or Bottom Left, Center, Right with configurable margin padding.
3. Dynamic Reorder Auto-Shift
When you rearrange, insert, or delete pages, sequential numbering recalculates automatically in real time.
4. Cover Page Skip & Custom Starting Offset
Easily exclude cover sheets, title pages, or tables of contents, starting numbering from any designated page index.
5. Font Styling & Point Sizes
Match your document's aesthetic with clean typography choices (Inter, Arial, Times New Roman) and font sizes.
6. 100% Client-Side Vector Insertion
Page numbers are inserted as native PDF vector objects in browser memory with zero quality degradation.
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How to Add Page Numbers and Header/Footer to PDF
Simple 4-step walkthrough for fast, secure processing
Load the document
Drop the PDF in. The page numbering dialog opens once the pages have finished loading.
Pick the format
Choose between the bare figure and the page-of-total form, watching the live preview of how it will read.
Choose position and styling
Set one of the five positions, then adjust the font size and pick a colour that sits well against the page.
Apply and save
Skip the cover sheet if you need to, apply the numbering across the document, then export the finished PDF.
EditPDFKit vs. Cloud Page Pagination Utilities
Why thousands of privacy-conscious users choose EditPDFKit over cloud converters
| Feature | EditPDFKit (editpdfkit.com) | Cloud PDF Portals (iLovePDF, Smallpdf) |
|---|---|---|
| Where Files Are Processed | Directly on Your Device (Zero Uploads) | Uploaded to Remote Company Servers |
| Privacy & Safety | Zero Uploads • Files Never Leave Your Device | Files Uploaded and Retained on Remote Company Servers |
| Six Anchor Alignments & Bates Numbering | Position page numbers across 6 header/footer positions with custom alphanumeric Bates discovery stamps | Rigid bottom-center only; locks legal Bates stamping behind expensive enterprise plans |
| Cover Page Exclusion & Offset Controls | Easily skip cover and title pages, set custom starting numbers, and customize 'Page X of Y' formats | Forces page 1 on title pages without offset or start index customisation |
| High-DPI Vector Stream Embedding | Numbers embedded directly as crisp vector fonts for flawless 300+ DPI print quality | Renders blurry pixelated numbers or stamps misaligned headers |
| 100% Client-Side Legal Confidentiality | Sensitive litigation exhibits, discovery binders, and medical records paginated in device RAM | Uploads confidential trial exhibits across public networks to remote web servers |
| Built-in Privacy Vault | Saved Privately on Your Device (View or delete anytime) | Saved on Cloud Servers (Cannot verify if or when deleted) |
| Daily Usage Limits | 100% Unlimited & Free Forever | Free tiers commonly cap daily files; check their pricing pages |
| File Size Limits | No Limits (Process files of any size) | Free tiers commonly cap upload size; check their pricing pages |
| Works Without Internet | Yes • 100% Offline (Works without Wi-Fi) | No • Fails without constant internet connection |
| Account & Sign In | No Signup • No Login • Zero Email Required | Commonly requires an account or email to use fully |
| Watermarks on Your Files | 100% Clean • No Watermarks Ever | Free tiers commonly add a watermark or charge to remove it; check their pricing pages |
How Add Page Numbers to PDF Works: Keep Your Files Safe & Private
See step-by-step how your files are processed. Everything happens right inside your browser — your files are never uploaded to the internet or shared with anyone.
1. Open on Your Device
When you pick a file, your browser opens it directly on your computer or phone. Your document stays on your device and is never uploaded anywhere.
2. Process in Your Browser
Your device does all the work right inside your browser. Because there are no server queues or waiting lines, your files are processed instantly.
3. Save in Private Vault
When you save your work, your file is stored securely inside your browser's private vault on your device. You can view or reopen it anytime, even without internet.
4. Download, Reuse, or Delete
Download your finished file, send it directly to another tool without re-uploading, or click 'Clear Vault' to permanently erase your files anytime with one click.
How You Can Prove Your Files Never Leave Your Device
Open this tool, turn off your Wi-Fi or turn on Airplane Mode, and drop your file. It will still edit, convert, or compress and let you download the result! This proves the tool works completely offline without sending anything to any server.
Press F12 on your keyboard (or right-click anywhere and choose "Inspect"), click on the Network tab, and process your file. You will see 0 bytes of your file sent over the web — absolute proof of 100% privacy.
PDF Page Geometry, Coordinate Systems & Font Embedding Specs
Key features, device compatibility, and supported file types
Runs Directly on Your Device
Processed by your browser with zero waiting or upload lag
100% Private (0 Files Uploaded)
Safe for bank statements, IDs, tax forms, and confidential files
100% Watermark-Free
Clean original documents ready for official submissions
Drag & drop or paste directly from clipboard (Ctrl+V)
100% Free With No Limits
No account needed, no daily limits, no paywalls
Works on All Phones & Computers
iPhone, Android, Windows PC, Mac, iPad, and Chromebook
Need to Hit an Exact File Size Upload Limit?
Online job boards, immigration visa portals, universities, and court e-filing systems enforce strict KB ceilings. Select a calibrated target size solver below to compress without losing readability.
Legal & Court Portals
Strict compliance while keeping vector text razor sharp.
Exam, Job & Visa Portals
The ceiling UPSC, SSC, bank exam and visa forms set most often.
Job Portals & HR Forms
Ideal for resume attachments, certificates, and multi-page scans.
Email & Universities
Reduces large PDF decks under standard mail attachment limits.
Any Custom Limit
Set an exact target size with interactive compression preview.
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