Add Header and Footer to PDF
Headers, footers and legal Bates numbering.
Runs in your browser
Add a header and footer to an existing PDF on your phone or computer, such as a company name, date or title on every page. Use {n} and {p} for page numbers, or turn on Bates numbering for legal documents.
How to add a header and footer to a PDF
- 1Select one or more PDFs.
- 2Type header and footer text in the left, center and right boxes; use {n} for the page number and {p} for total pages.
- 3Turn on Bates numbering if needed, and set the font, color and pages.
- 4Press the button and download the file.
Why Sahl PDF?
- Three header boxes and three footer boxes
- Bates numbering with prefix, start number and digit count
- Page number and total pages in Latin or Arabic digits
- Process several files in your browser, no upload
Frequently asked questions
What is Bates numbering?
A unique sequential number on every page, like DOC-000001, used in legal documents to reference any page precisely.
How do I put my company name in the header of every page?
Type the name in the header box you want and press the button — it appears at the top of every selected page.
Can I add page numbers in the footer?
Yes. Use {n} for the page number and {p} for total pages in any box, e.g. {n} / {p}.
Is Arabic text supported?
Yes. You can type Arabic headers and footers and choose Arabic digits.
Can you add a footer to an existing PDF?
Yes. Select the PDF, type your text in a footer box and press the button; the footer is added to every selected page.
Can I add a header to only some pages of a PDF?
Yes. Enter the pages you want in the Pages field, for example 2-10.