Add Header and Footer

Add a consistent header and footer text to every page of a PDF.

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How to use Add Header and Footer

  1. Add your PDF. Click the upload area or drag and drop your file (PDF). Nothing is uploaded; it stays on your device.
  2. Choose your options. Adjust the settings for Add Header and Footer if they are shown, or keep the defaults for a quick result.
  3. Run Add Header and Footer. Press the "Add Header and Footer" button and wait a moment while your PDF is processed.
  4. Download the result. Your PDF result downloads straight away. Process another file whenever you like, with no limits or sign-up.

Why use Add Header and Footer?

  • Private by design: runs in your browser, nothing is uploaded
  • Free with no sign-up and no watermark
  • Fast, with no upload or download wait
  • Works on phone, tablet and desktop

Common uses for Add Header and Footer

  • Add a company name or document title to each page.
  • Insert a reference number or date in the footer.
  • Label pages with a confidentiality notice.

Private by design

Add Header and Footer runs entirely in your browser. Your PDF is read and processed on your own device and is never uploaded to our servers. Read our Privacy Policy for details.

Frequently asked questions

Can I put different text in the header and footer?

Yes. Header and footer are separate fields, and either can be left empty.

Is Add Header and Footer free to use?

Yes. Add Header and Footer is free, needs no account and never adds a watermark to your result.

Is my PDF uploaded when I use Add Header and Footer?

No. Add Header and Footer works inside your browser, so your PDF stays on your device from start to finish.

What file types does Add Header and Footer accept?

Add Header and Footer accepts PDF and produces PDF.

Is there a file size limit for Add Header and Footer?

You can process files up to 50 MB each.

Does Add Header and Footer work on my phone?

Yes. Add Header and Footer is fully responsive and works in the browser on Android, iPhone, tablets and desktop computers.

Guides and tips

PDFGetting Page Numbers and Headers Right in a Long PDFPractical tips for numbering and labeling long PDFs: when to add page numbers, why to number after merging, and how headers and footers differ.

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