Two small things make a PDF easier to handle: page numbers, so nobody loses track of page 14, and a watermark, so a copy of your ID can't be quietly reused for something else. Both take a minute.

How to add page numbers

Our free Add Page Numbers & Watermark to PDF tool works in your browser, so the PDF stays on your device.

  1. Add your PDF.
  2. Pick the position (bottom centre, bottom right or top right) and the style: 1, 1 / 9 or Page 1 of 9.
  3. Tap Apply to PDF, check the preview and download.

Skipping the cover page

Project reports and theses usually leave the title page unnumbered. Open More options and tick No number on the first page. You can also change the number the count starts at, for when your PDF is part 2 of a longer set.

How to add a watermark

Type the text into the Watermark box. It goes across every page. Under More options you can make it diagonal or straight, grey or red, and light, medium or dark.

Good watermarks for everyday use:

  • "For SIM KYC only" or "For bank account opening" on Aadhaar and PAN copies. If the copy is misused, the purpose is right there on it.
  • COPY or SAMPLE on documents you share for reference.
  • CONFIDENTIAL on business papers.
  • Your name on work you send for review.

Hindi works too. You can write "केवल KYC के लिए" and it shows correctly.

Why your PDF stays sharp

Many free tools turn every page into a picture, add the number, and rebuild the PDF. Text goes blurry and stops being selectable. This tool only draws the numbers and watermark on top of your pages, so everything else stays as it was.

Frequently asked questions

Can I add only a watermark, with no numbers? Yes. Untick Add page numbers and type your watermark.

Can I remove a watermark later? Not easily, which is why it works as protection. Keep your original file without the watermark.

My PDF asks for a password. Remove it first with the PDF Password Remover, using the password you already know.

What else can I do with the file? Take out the pages you need with Extract PDF Pages, or lock it with Protect PDF before sending.

Open Add Page Numbers & Watermark to PDF and try it on your file.