How do I start numbering from the main content and skip the cover/TOC?

Set the start page to the first content page, then use Exclude first/Range/Custom expression to skip the cover and TOC.

Can I start numbering from 0 or 5?

Yes. Enter your desired start number in Start number.

How can I number only odd/even pages or specific pages?

Choose Odd/Even/Range, or use a custom expression for precise control.

Need bottom-right numbers with binding margin?

Pick the bottom-right position and adjust the margin (mm) to match your binding.

Is the exported file ready for submission or printing?

Yes. The numbers are written into the PDF, so you can send or print it directly.

Add Page Numbers to PDF

Number your PDF pages in seconds

Choose position, margin, start number, and range.
Local processing, live preview, export instantly.

Drag a PDF here or click to select

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PDF without page numbers

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Common Use Cases

Reports, tenders, and papers require consistent numbering. Manual edits are slow and error-prone.

Reports & papers

Start numbering from a specific page with correct offsets.

Printing & binding

Keep margins and placement consistent for clean output.

Number only part of the document

Skip cover or TOC and start from the main content.

Privacy-sensitive files

Everything runs locally in your browser.

Tip: pick all/odd/even/first/last pages or a custom expression.

Key Features

8-position picker

Use a 3x3 grid with the center cell blank.

Start number & start page

Begin numbering at any page with automatic increment.

Range & expression

All/odd/even/first/last, range, or custom expression.

Full-document live preview

Scroll through a continuous preview of all pages.

Local & private

No uploads. Your PDF never leaves your device.

How to Add Page Numbers

Upload PDF

Drag and drop or select a single PDF.

Set position & range

Choose position, margin, start number, and range.

Preview and export

Review the preview and export the numbered PDF.

FAQ

How do I start numbering from the main content and skip the cover/TOC?: Set the start page to the first content page, then use Exclude first/Range/Custom expression to skip the cover and TOC.
Can I start numbering from 0 or 5?: Yes. Enter your desired start number in Start number.
How can I number only odd/even pages or specific pages?: Choose Odd/Even/Range, or use a custom expression for precise control.
Need bottom-right numbers with binding margin?: Pick the bottom-right position and adjust the margin (mm) to match your binding.
Is the exported file ready for submission or printing?: Yes. The numbers are written into the PDF, so you can send or print it directly.