Add Header & Footer to PDF
Stamp running headers and footers across all pages of your PDF — with date and page-number variables.
Add Header & Footer to PDF — FreeHow to Add Header & Footer to PDF
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Open your PDF
Drop the PDF you want to add a header or footer to.
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Configure the text
Type your header and/or footer text. Use {{page}}, {{total}}, and {{date}} variables for dynamic content.
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Apply and download
The text is stamped on every page. Download the result.
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Files are processed entirely in your browser. Nothing is ever sent to a server.
No account needed
Open the editor, do your work, and download. No sign-up, no tracking.
Instant & offline
No waiting for server responses. Works offline after the first page load.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have different text on odd and even pages?+
Currently, the same header/footer text is applied to all pages. For per-page variation, use the Annotate tool to place text manually.
What variables are supported?+
{{page}} inserts the current page number, {{total}} inserts the total page count, and {{date}} inserts today's date.
Can I set different fonts or sizes for header and footer?+
Yes. Font size and colour are independently configurable for the header and footer.
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