Are my files uploaded to a server?

No — everything runs locally in your browser using WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device.

What if I have more pages than digits can count?

Numbers will extend beyond the padded width naturally — e.g., EXHIBIT-999 will still display as EXHIBIT-1000 even if you set 3 digits.

Can I change the font?

This tool uses Courier (monospace) to ensure consistent spacing. For other fonts, try our PDF Text Stamp tool.

Add Bates Numbers to a PDF

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Stamp sequential Bates numbers on every page — ideal for legal discovery, evidence management, and document tracking. Customize the prefix, digit count, position, and opacity.

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All processing is done in-browser. Your file never leaves your device.

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How to use PDF Bates Numbering

Upload your PDF.
Set the prefix text, start number, and total digits.
Choose a position (bottom left, center, right, etc.) and adjust font size and opacity.
Download the PDF with Bates numbers stamped on every page.

What is PDF Bates Numbering?

Bates numbering is the standard method for uniquely identifying pages in legal and business document collections. Set your prefix (e.g., EXHIBIT-), starting number, and how many digits to pad to. Choose from six placement positions — bottom left, center, right, or top equivalents — and adjust font size and opacity. The output PDF has every page stamped sequentially in order.

FAQ

Are my files uploaded to a server?: No — everything runs locally in your browser using WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device.
What if I have more pages than digits can count?: Numbers will extend beyond the padded width naturally — e.g., EXHIBIT-999 will still display as EXHIBIT-1000 even if you set 3 digits.
Can I change the font?: This tool uses Courier (monospace) to ensure consistent spacing. For other fonts, try our PDF Text Stamp tool.

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Last updated: 2026-06-04