Add Headers & Footers to PDF

Custom text, page numbers, dates & filenames — 100% free, no upload

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1Custom TextAdd custom text, dates or filenames to every page header or footer.
2Page NumbersInsert page numbers with full control over position and format.
3100% PrivateEverything runs in your browser; files never leave your device.

Running headers and footers on every page

Fill left, centre and right slots for the header and footer — titles, dates, disclaimers. Stamps land in fixed page margins at a readable small size.

Private by design

Headers and footers are stamped locally in your browser, so board packs and client reports keep their titles and disclaimers on your device without uploading a page.

How to add Headers & Footers to PDF

  1. 1Upload your PDFUpload your document to open the header/footer editor.
  2. 2Configure header/footerEnter text for the left, center, and right positions of the header and footer. Insert dynamic values like page number and date using the available tokens.
  3. 3Set font and sizeChoose font family, size, and margin distance from the page edge.
  4. 4Apply & downloadClick "Add Headers & Footers". Download with no watermark.
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Frequently asked questions

Can I use different text left, centre and right?

Yes — the header and footer each take left, centre and right text. Type plain text; automatic page numbers and dates are not inserted.

Will it cover existing content?

Stamps land in fixed 36pt margins at 9pt size — keep your page margins clear so nothing is covered. There is no live position preview.

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