Once you've merged, reorganized, or trimmed a PDF, the original page numbers (if any) rarely still make sense. Page Numbers adds fresh, correctly sequenced numbering across the whole document.
How to add page numbers
- Open Page Numbers and upload your PDF.
- Choose a position (bottom center, bottom right, top corners, and so on).
- Set a starting number if you don't want to begin at 1.
- Apply and download the numbered PDF.
Getting numbering that reads clearly
- Bottom center or bottom right is the most common, easiest-to-scan placement for readers.
- Set a custom starting number if this document is part of a larger set -- like continuing from an appendix.
- Add numbering after merging, not before -- so the numbers reflect the final combined page order.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start numbering from something other than 1?
Yes -- set any starting number you need.
Where can I place the page numbers?
Common positions like bottom center, bottom corners, and top corners are all supported.
Does it work after I've merged multiple PDFs?
Yes -- in fact, that's the most common use case, since merged files rarely have consistent numbering already.
Is my document uploaded to add numbers?
No -- numbering is applied locally in your browser.
Clean, correct page numbers in under a minute -- try Page Numbers.