Header & Footer
Add header and footer to PDF files online with page numbers, dates, titles, legal references, or custom text on each page.
What this tool is best for
Use Header & Footer when a PDF needs repeating context such as page numbers, dates, document titles, case numbers, or letterhead-style text before sharing.
Why people use it
- Targets a document-formatting query where users need repeated text, not a broad page editor.
- Works for legal packets, reports, manuals, academic papers, invoices, and business documents.
- Gives users placement control across top and bottom margins without rebuilding the source file.
What to watch for
- If users only need numeric pagination, <a href="/en/tools/page-numbers">Page Numbers</a> is the more focused workflow.
- If the page order or content still needs cleanup, use <a href="/en/tools/organize-pdf">Organize PDF</a> before adding final headers or footers.
Supported inputs
single PDF, reports, filings, and manuals, documents needing repeated labels or dates
Common outputs
PDF with headers and footers, formatted final document, print-ready or filing-ready copy
About This Tool
Header & Footer is a finishing workflow for PDFs that need repeated context on every page. Users often need to add a report title, file name, date, author, project code, case number, confidentiality label, or page reference so the document remains understandable when printed, filed, or shared outside the original folder.
The search intent is narrower than general editing. People searching “add header and footer to PDF” usually want predictable placement in the top or bottom margin, not freeform annotation. The page should make it clear that users can choose positions, control what appears, and apply the same formatting consistently across selected pages.
This page should also route nearby tasks. Page Numbers is better when the only need is pagination. Add Watermark is better for visible status marks across the page. If page order is still wrong, Organize PDF should come first so the final labels match the final document structure.
For SEO, the page should stay focused on professional PDF formatting: add headers, add footers, keep references consistent, and produce a polished document for review, printing, filing, or distribution.
How to Use
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select the document.
Configure Header/Footer
Enter text for header and footer areas. Add page numbers, dates, or custom text.
Apply and Download
Click Apply to add headers/footers and download your updated PDF.
Use Cases
Business Documents
Add company name and page numbers to professional documents.
Legal Documents
Include case numbers, dates, and page references in legal filings.
Academic Papers
Add running headers with paper title and author name.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have different headers on odd and even pages?
Yes, you can configure different content for odd and even pages.
Can I include the current date?
Yes, you can insert dynamic date fields that show the current date.
Can I skip the header/footer on certain pages?
Yes, you can specify which pages should have headers/footers and which should be skipped.
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