How to Add Page Numbers and Watermarks to PDFs with DocuPilot
Professional documents often need page numbers for easy navigation and watermarks for branding or protection. DocuPilot's PDF Stamper tool lets you add both features to any PDF document quickly and easily, without installing software.
What Can You Add to Your PDFs?
- Page Numbers: Add sequential numbers to organize multi-page documents
- Text Watermarks: Add company names, "CONFIDENTIAL," "DRAFT," or custom text
- Image Watermarks: Add logos or stamps to each page
- Date Stamps: Add the current date to documents
- Custom Headers/Footers: Add consistent text to top or bottom of pages
How to Add Page Numbers
- Upload your PDF file
- Select "Add Page Numbers" option
- Choose number position (top/bottom, left/center/right)
- Select number format (1, 2, 3 or Page 1, Page 2, etc.)
- Adjust font, size, and color
- Download your numbered PDF
Page Number Format Options
- Simple Numbers: 1, 2, 3, 4...
- Page X: Page 1, Page 2, Page 3...
- Page X of Y: Page 1 of 10, Page 2 of 10...
- Roman Numerals: i, ii, iii, iv... (great for prefaces)
- Custom Prefix: Add your own text before numbers
How to Add Watermarks
- Upload your PDF file
- Select "Add Watermark" option
- Enter your watermark text or upload an image
- Choose position and angle (diagonal watermarks are common)
- Adjust opacity so content remains readable
- Download your watermarked PDF
Common Watermark Uses
- Confidential/Draft: Mark sensitive or work-in-progress documents
- Company Branding: Add your company name or logo to documents
- Copyright Protection: Deter unauthorized copying of your content
- Document Classification: Mark documents as "Internal Use Only" or "Public"
- Sample Marking: Mark preview documents as samples
- Date Stamping: Add approval or review dates
Watermark Positioning Options
- Diagonal Center: Classic watermark style across the middle of each page
- Top/Bottom Corner: Subtle placement that doesn't obstruct content
- Center: Prominent placement for maximum visibility
- Tiled: Repeat pattern across the entire page
- Custom Position: Place exactly where you need it
Opacity and Visibility
The key to a good watermark is finding the right balance between visibility and readability:
- Light (10-20% opacity): Barely visible, good for logo branding on professional documents
- Medium (30-50% opacity): Noticeable but doesn't obstruct reading
- Bold (60-80% opacity): Very prominent, good for "DRAFT" or "SAMPLE" marks
- Solid (100% opacity): Completely covers content underneath
Selective Page Numbering
Not all pages need numbering. DocuPilot offers options to:
- Skip the first page (cover page)
- Start numbering from a specific page
- Start with a number other than 1
- Number only odd or even pages
- Exclude specific page ranges
Privacy and Security
Adding watermarks to confidential documents requires trust. DocuPilot processes all PDFs entirely within your browser. Your documents never leave your device, ensuring your sensitive information remains private even when adding security watermarks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can watermarks be removed later?
Watermarks added by DocuPilot become part of the PDF content. They cannot be easily removed, which is why they are effective for protection.
Will page numbers affect existing content?
Page numbers are placed in margins and should not overlap with existing content. You can adjust position if needed.
Can I add both numbers and watermarks?
Yes, you can add page numbers and watermarks to the same document in one operation.
What image formats work for logo watermarks?
PNG with transparency works best. JPG and other formats are also supported.
Conclusion
DocuPilot's PDF Numbering and Watermark tool is essential for creating professional documents. Whether you need simple page numbers for a report or protective watermarks for confidential files, our tool delivers with complete privacy and ease of use. Start adding professional touches to your PDFs today.