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Add a header and footer to a PDF

Put text at the top and bottom of every page (left, center and right) with page numbers, totals, dates and the file name.

  • Files never leave your device
  • Free, no signup, no watermark
  • Works on any browser
  • Edit existing text
  • Sign
  • Fill forms
  • Comment & mark up
  • Stamps & symbols
  • True redaction
  • 20+ fonts, any language

How to add a header and footer to a PDF

  1. 1Open your PDF
  2. 2Type your header and footer text
  3. 3Download your PDF

About Header & footer

Add text at the top and bottom of every page with left, center and right slots. Use {n} and {total} for page numbers, {date} for today’s date and {file} for the file name, pick any of the bundled fonts, and skip the cover page if you need to.

Useful for

  • Add a company name and date to reports
  • Put “Confidential, page 3 of 12” on every page
  • Label exhibits in a legal file
  • Add a course name to lecture notes

Frequently asked questions

Can I show “Page 3 of 10”?+

Yes. Type Page {n} of {total}. {date} adds today’s date and {file} the file name.

Can I skip the cover page?+

Yes, tick “Skip first page”.

Is it free?+

Yes, completely free: no signup, no watermark, no paywall at download.

Are my files uploaded to a server?+

No. Everything is processed locally in your browser, so your files never leave your device.

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