Professional PDF Pagination Made Easy

Adding page numbers to a PDF shouldn't be a headache. Whether you're organizing a thesis, preparing legal bundles, or simply updating a report, PlatinumPDF Add Page Numbers gives you full control. Unlike basic tools that just stamp a "1" in the corner, we offer professional formatting options including Roman Numerals, custom text prefixes (like "Page 1 of 5"), and the ability to skip the Title Page.

Powerful Features

6 Positions

Place numbers exactly where you want them: Top or Bottom, Left, Center, or Right.

Custom Typography

Choose your font family (Helvetica, Times, Courier), size, and style (Bold/Italic) to match your document.

Advanced Numbering

Use standard numbers (1, 2, 3), Roman numerals (i, ii, iii), or custom formats like 'Page 1 of 10'.

Smart Skips

Skip numbering on the first page (cover sheet) or start numbering from a specific number (e.g., start at 5).

Color & Margins

Change the text color and adjust margin spacing to ensure numbers don't overlap with your content.

Prefix & Suffix

Add custom text before or after the number, for example 'Exhibit A - Page 1' for legal documents.

How to Add Page Numbers

Upload PDF

Select the PDF file you want to number.

Choose Position

Select where the numbers should appear (e.g., Bottom Center).

Customize

Pick your font, format ('Page 1 of N'), and skip the cover page if needed.

Apply

Click 'Add Page Numbers'. We'll process the file instantly in your browser.

Download

Save your newly paginated PDF document.

Who Can Benefit? (15+ Use Cases)

Academic & Writing

Students: Add proper pagination to dissertations and theses to meet university submission guidelines.
Authors: Number manuscript pages before sending to editors or beta readers.
Researchers: Organize merged research papers into a single, numbered volume.

Professional & Legal

Lawyers: Add Bates numbering (using prefixes) to legal exhibits and discovery documents.
Admin: Paginate board meeting packs that were assembled from multiple files.
Printing: Ensure printed handouts remain in order by adding clear page numbers.

Real-World Scenarios

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I start numbering from a specific page?

Yes! You can use the 'Skip First Pages' option to leave the cover page blank, and 'Start Number' to decide what number begins the sequence.

Does it cover up my text?

The page numbers are added as a new layer. You can adjust the margins to ensure they sit in the footer/header area and don't overlap with existing text.

Can I use Roman Numerals?

Yes, simply toggle the 'Use Roman Numerals' option to switch from 1, 2, 3 to i, ii, iii or I, II, III formatting.

Can I change the font?

Absolutely. We provide standard web-safe fonts like Helvetica, Times New Roman, and Courier so the numbers look professional on any device.

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