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Add page numbers to a PDF
Where is the file processed?
Steps
- Choose your PDF: Tap “Select PDF file” or drag it into the box, from your phone or computer.
- Pick the digits: Choose Arabic-Indic digits (١ ٢ ٣), common in Arabic documents, or Latin digits (1 2 3).
- Pick the position: Place the number at the top or bottom of the page, on the right, center or left.
- Apply and download: Tap “Add page numbers” and download the file. Everything runs inside your browser.
What it offers
Arabic-Indic or Latin digits
Use ١ ٢ ٣ for formal Arabic documents and research, or 1 2 3 if that's what's required.Position you choose
Top or bottom, right, center or left, to suit your document's direction.Your file stays on your device
Numbering runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to our servers and nobody else sees your document.Made for reports and theses
Number a report or thesis after merging its chapters, without going back to the original Word file.
Limits
The tool runs on your device, so the largest file it can handle depends on your device's and browser's memory. Very large files can take longer on phones.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Arabic-Indic and Latin digits?
Arabic-Indic digits (١ ٢ ٣) are common in books and official documents in Iraq and the Gulf. Latin digits (1 2 3) are used in North Africa and most English documents. Pick what fits your document or what the recipient asks for.
Can I number my thesis after merging the chapters?
Yes. Merge the chapters first with Merge PDF, then number the merged file here so the numbers run across every page.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Numbering runs in your browser on your own device, and the file is not sent to any server.
Will the number cover text at the bottom of the page?
The number is placed on top of the page content where you choose. If the bottom is busy, pick the top, and check the preview before downloading.
Does it work on phones?
Yes. It runs in Chrome and Safari on phones without installing an app.
Is it free?
Yes. You can add page numbers for free without creating an account.