Free Online PDF Header & Footer Tool
Use this free PDF Header & Footer Tool to add repeated text to PDF pages directly in your browser. Upload a PDF, add header text, footer text, page number variables, dates, file names, or labels, then download a new PDF.
This tool is useful for reports, proposals, invoices, contracts, study notes, legal documents, internal drafts, and client files that need page numbering, document labels, dates, or file names on every page.
Your PDF is processed locally in the browser with no login and no server upload. The selected file stays on your device while the tool creates a new PDF with the selected headers and footers.
Key Features
When to Use This PDF Header & Footer Tool
How to Use the PDF Header & Footer Tool
- 1. Select a PDF file from your device, or drag and drop it into the upload area.
- 2. Enter header text, footer text, or choose a quick preset.
- 3. Use variables such as {page}, {total}, {date}, and {filename} if needed.
- 4. Choose all pages or a selected page range, then set alignment, font size, margin, color, and opacity.
- 5. Review the preview and click Download updated PDF.
PDF Header & Footer Tool FAQ
Does this PDF Header & Footer Tool upload my file?
No. Headers and footers are added locally in your browser, and no login is required.
Can I add page numbers in the footer?
Yes. Use a preset or type Page {page} of {total} in the footer field.
Can I add headers only to selected pages?
Yes. Choose selected pages and enter a range such as 1-3, 5, or 8-last.
Can I add the file name or date automatically?
Yes. Use {filename} for the uploaded file name and {date} for the current date.
Will PDF signatures or forms remain valid?
Adding headers and footers creates a new PDF. Digital signatures, forms, bookmarks, scripts, or advanced features may not be preserved exactly.