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Add Header & Footer

Add custom text, dates and page numbers to the top and bottom of every page

CloudProcessed on our servers — uploaded for this task only, not stored after download.

✓ Free for everyone

⚖️ Legal documents🏢 Business reports📚 Academic papers

💡Use these variables in your text:

  • {page} → page number
  • {total} → total pages
  • {date}→ today's date
  • {year} → current year
  • {filename} → file name (no extension)

Example: Page {page} of {total} — {date}

How it works

  1. Step 1

    Upload your PDF

    Drop the file to customize.

  2. Step 2

    Set header & footer

    Add titles, dates, or confidentiality labels.

  3. Step 3

    Download

    Save your updated PDF.

Popular uses

  • ✓Brand every page with company name and date
  • ✓Mark documents confidential in the header
  • ✓Add page X of Y in the footer

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to upload my PDF?

Yes. Files are encrypted in transit (HTTPS) and deleted after processing. pdfCraft does not store or share your documents.

Do I need to create an account?

No account is required to use Header & Footer. Upload, complete the action, and download — free.

What is the maximum file size?

Free users: 50 MB per file, up to 50 pages. Pro users: 500 MB per file, unlimited pages.

Does it work on mobile and Mac?

Yes. pdfCraft runs in any modern browser on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android. No app install required.

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