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Add page numbers to a PDF — free
Number the pages of any PDF in a couple of clicks. Real PDF Editor lets you pick the numbering format and position and stamps it on every page — free, in your browser, with nothing uploaded.
100% free · no sign-up · files never leave your device
Choose the numbering style and position
Pick plain numbers (1, 2, 3…), a “1 of N” count, or a “Page 1” label, then place it at the bottom center, a corner, or the top of the page. The numbers are applied consistently across every page when you download.
Number a PDF on any device, without Adobe
No Adobe Acrobat and no desktop install needed. Because it runs in the browser, you can add page numbers to a PDF on a Mac, a Windows PC, or a phone — free, with the file never leaving your device.
How it works
- 1
Open the PDF
Launch the editor and open the document you want to number.
- 2
Open Page numbers
Go to Tools → Page numbers.
- 3
Pick format & position
Choose a style (1, 2, 3…, “1 of N”, or “Page 1”) and where it should sit (e.g. bottom center).
- 4
Download
Apply and download the numbered PDF.
Why use Real PDF Editor
- Formats: plain numbers, “1 of N”, or “Page 1”
- Place numbers in any corner or centered
- Applies to every page automatically
- Free, no watermark, runs in your browser
Frequently asked
How do I add page numbers to a PDF?
Open your PDF in Real PDF Editor, go to Tools → Page numbers, choose the format and position, then download. The numbers are added to every page.
Can I add page numbers to a PDF for free?
Yes — it's free with no watermark, and the file is processed in your browser rather than uploaded.
Can I choose where the page number appears?
Yes. You can place it at the bottom center, bottom left/right, or top center/right, and pick the numbering style.
How do I add page numbers to a PDF without Adobe?
Real PDF Editor adds page numbers in the browser for free — no Adobe Acrobat or install required.
Can I add page numbers to a PDF on a Mac?
Yes. Open the tool in any Mac browser, choose your format and position, and download the numbered PDF.
Do I need an account to add page numbers?
No account, email, or install is required — just open the tool and go.