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Add Page Numbers to PDF

Insert clean, professional page numbering to your documents. Customize placement, typography, formats, and cover page settings with 100% privacy.

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Add customizable page numbers, cover page options, and positions 100% locally

100% Client-Side:Files stay in your browser and are never uploaded.

How to Add Page Numbers to PDF in 3 Easy Steps

1

Upload PDF

Drop your PDF file into the dropzone. The document is loaded securely into local browser memory.

2

Customize Numbering

Select your preferred placement, format (e.g. “Page 1 of 10”), starting number, and cover page settings.

3

Download Instantly

Click “Add Page Numbers”. The numbered PDF is generated locally and ready for immediate download.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about numbering PDFs with PDFPulse.

How do I add page numbers to a PDF document?▾

Upload or drop your PDF document, choose your preferred position (such as bottom-center or bottom-right), select your numbering format (like 'Page 1 of 10' or '1'), and click 'Add Page Numbers'. Your updated document is generated instantly in your browser memory for immediate download.

Can I skip the cover page or title sheet?▾

Yes. Simply check the 'Skip first page' option. PDFPulse will leave page 1 completely unnumbered and begin numbering on page 2.

Are my confidential files uploaded to any cloud server?▾

No. PDFPulse operates 100% in-browser using WebAssembly and client-side JavaScript. Your documents remain in local RAM and never leave your device.

Can I customize the starting number and font sizes?▾

Yes. You can customize the starting number (useful if your document is a chapter or excerpt) and choose between Small (9pt), Normal (11pt), and Large (14pt) font sizes, along with custom margin offsets.

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Your PDF is stamped directly in local memory. Zero files or data are transmitted over the web.

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Process hundreds of pages in seconds with native WebAssembly performance.

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