● Page Numbers

Add page numbers to PDF

Insert clean page numbers in the corner or center you choose, in just a few seconds.

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How to add page numbers

1

Upload your PDF

Drop your document into the box above.

2

Choose the style

Pick the position, format, starting number and size.

3

Download

Get your numbered PDF instantly.

Professional page numbers in seconds

Page numbers make long documents easy to reference and look more polished — essential for contracts, reports, manuscripts and study notes. PDFNest lets you add them in the position and format that suits your document, including counters like “Page 3 of 24”.

You can even change the starting number, which is handy when your PDF is one section of a larger document. The numbers are drawn directly onto the pages and your file is processed entirely in your browser.

Page Numbers — FAQ

Can I start from a number other than 1?

Yes. Set the “Start at” value to any number you like.

Where can the numbers go?

Any of six positions: bottom or top, and left, center or right.

Can I show the total page count?

Yes. Choose the “Page 1 of N” or “1 / N” format.

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