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Add page numbers to a PDF

Number every page at the top or bottom, left, centre or right, as 1, 1 / 10 or - 1 -, starting from any number.

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Your files never leave your device.

In short

To add page numbers to a PDF, open it in Folio, open the Page numbers panel and choose the position, format and starting number. A preview appears on every page. Download the PDF and the numbers are written into each page, placed correctly even on rotated pages.

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How it works

  1. 1Choose your PDF.
  2. 2Pick the position, format and starting number.
  3. 3Download the numbered PDF.

Formats

  • 1, 2, 3
  • 1 / 10, showing the total
  • - 1 -, a classic book style

Start from any number

If your PDF continues another document, start at 11 or 101 so the numbering carries on.

Why Folio

  • Your files stay with you

    Everything runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded, so private documents stay private.

  • Free, no watermark

    No sign-up, no trial and no logo stamped on your pages.

  • Works on any device

    Windows, Mac, Linux, Android or iPhone. No software to install.

Frequently asked questions

Is Folio really free?+

Yes. Every tool is free to use, with no sign-up, no trial and no watermark on your pages.

Can I skip the cover page?+

Remove the cover in the page view, number the rest, then merge the cover back in front.

Are my files uploaded anywhere?+

No. Folio opens and edits your PDF inside your browser. The file never leaves your device, so nothing is stored on a server and nobody else can see it.

Do numbers go the right way on landscape pages?+

Yes. Folio places numbers relative to how each page is displayed, including rotated pages.

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