# Add page numbers to a PDF

> Add page numbers and see them on your pages as you go. Skip the cover, mirror for printing, start from any number.

Open the tool: https://yourbrowsercandoit.com/page-numbers

Number pages in any style and corner, and skip the cover. Free, no signup. Runs entirely in your browser; files are never uploaded.

## How it works

Your page is shown with the number drawn on it, exactly as it will be saved; flip through the pages to check each one. Choose a format (1, 1 of 12, Page 1, Page 1 of 12, – 1 –, roman numerals, or your own such as "Annex B · {n}"), one of six positions, how far from the edge, the size, colour and font. Mirror on facing pages keeps numbers on the outside edge for printed, double-sided booklets. Skip the first pages (a cover or title page), and choose whether they still count, so page 2 can show 2 or 1. Start from any number to continue a document that was split. The tool also checks each page and warns when the number would land on existing content, such as a footer or a scanned edge; one click adds a small white tab behind the number or moves it to the top. The document's own text is never touched, and the numbers are real text. Everything runs in your browser with pdf.js and pdf-lib; your file is never uploaded.

## How to use it

1. **Drop your PDF.** The first page appears with a number on it.
2. **Choose format and position.** Pick a format, a corner or centre, and how it looks.
3. **Set where numbering starts.** Skip a cover, start from any number, mirror for booklets.
4. **Save.** Press Number and download the PDF.

## Frequently asked questions

### How do I add page numbers to a PDF?

Drop the PDF, choose a format and position, check the preview, and press Number. The preview is exactly what gets saved.

### How do I skip the cover page?

Press Skip the cover (or set Skip first pages). Choose Count the skipped pages to decide whether the next page shows 2 or 1.

### Can I number pages for a printed booklet?

Yes. Pick a left or right corner and turn on Mirror on facing pages, so numbers stay on the outside edge of every spread.

### What if the number covers my footer?

The tool warns you and names the pages. Add a white tab behind the number, or move it to the top.

### Is my PDF uploaded?

No. The numbers are added in your browser; the file never leaves your device.

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