Add page numbers to PDF online for free with full control over position, style, and starting number. Whether you need to number PDF pages for a legal brief, a research paper, a company report, or a school project — our free PDF paginator handles it all in seconds. Choose header or footer, left, center or right alignment, pick a font and size, and even set a custom starting number or skip a cover page. No Adobe Acrobat, no installation — just upload and download.
A PDF page number tool (also called a PDF paginator) is a free online utility that lets you add page numbers to PDF files directly in your browser — no Adobe Acrobat or software installation required. Whether you need to number PDF pages for a legal document, an academic dissertation, a business report, or any other file, this tool gives you full control over position, format, and style.
At PDFFixNow, you can insert page numbers into PDF for free with options for header or footer placement, left/center/right alignment, multiple number formats ("1", "Page 1", "1 of 10"), custom starting numbers, and page skipping. This is the easiest way to paginate a PDF without Adobe — just upload, configure, and download in seconds.
Upload your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file into the upload area or click to browse. You can also upload Word documents, images, and other formats.
Set your numbering options
Choose the position (header or footer), alignment (left, center, right), number format, font, size, and the page you want numbering to start from. Skip cover pages with a single click.
Download your numbered PDF
Click "Add Page Numbers" and your file is processed instantly. Download your professionally numbered PDF in seconds.
Numbering PDF pages is essential for professional documents. Here are the most common situations where it makes a difference.
Full Position Control
Place your page numbers exactly where you need them — header or footer, aligned left, center, or right. Works for both portrait and landscape PDFs.
Multiple Number Formats
Choose from formats like "1", "Page 1", "1 of 10", or "Page 1 of 10". Set custom fonts, sizes, and colors to match your document style.
Custom Start Number & Page Skip
Start numbering from any page number you choose. Easily skip the cover page or first few pages so your numbering begins exactly where you want it.
Works on All Devices
Add page numbers to PDF on Windows, Mac, iPhone, or Android — all from your browser. No software to install, no account needed.
Secure & Private
Your files are encrypted during upload with TLS and automatically deleted from our servers after 2 hours. Your documents stay private.
100% Free — No Watermarks
Paginate as many PDFs as you like completely free. No subscriptions, no hidden fees, and no watermarks added to your numbered PDF.
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