Add Bates numbering to a PDF, free
Law firms and offices stamp Bates numbers - a running sequential code like DOC-000001 - on every page of a document set so each page can be cited exactly. This tool stamps your prefix, starting number and digit count on every page, in your chosen position and size, right in your browser.
How to do it
- Add your PDF file.
- Set the prefix, start number, digits, position and size.
- Click Stamp Bates Numbers and download.
Common questions
What is a typical Bates format?
A short prefix plus a zero-padded number, for example DOC-000001, increasing by one on each page.
Can I start from a number other than 1?
Yes, set any starting number to continue an existing document set.
Are my files uploaded?
No. Stamping runs in your browser, which suits confidential files.
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