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Add Headers & Footers to PDF

Add a header and footer to every page of your PDF in seconds. Insert page numbers, dates, document titles, or confidentiality notices with dynamic placeholders — free, secure, and right in your browser.

Automate Add Headers & Footers to PDF with the PDF API →

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Drop your PDF file here
or click to choose — files stay private and are deleted automatically
Shown at the top of each page. Use {page}, {total}, {date} or {filename} for dynamic values.
Shown at the bottom of each page. Supports {page}, {total}, {date} and {filename}.

How to add a header and footer to every page of your PDF

  1. Step 1Upload your PDF file. Drag and drop it into the box above, or click to browse your device.
  2. Step 2PDF4 will add a header and footer to every page of your PDF automatically — processing runs in seconds, no settings to fiddle with.
  3. Step 3Download your PDF. Files are sent over a secure connection and deleted automatically within a few hours.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Add Headers & Footers to PDF tool free to use?

Yes. You can add a header and footer to every page of your PDF right here online for free — no account, email, or credit card required. Sign up only if you want higher limits, larger files, or API access.

Are my files safe and private?

Yes. Uploads travel over an encrypted HTTPS connection, are processed on our servers, and are automatically deleted within a few hours. We never share or sell your documents.

Do I need to install any software?

No. PDF4 works entirely in your web browser, so there is nothing to download or install. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.

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