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Header & Footer

Add headers and footers to PDF documents. Include page numbers, dates, and custom text.

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PDF editing

Apply edits deliberately, then inspect the final PDF

Annotations, forms, stamps, page numbers, headers and watermarks are destination-specific edits. Check placement, readability and whether the final output still matches the document purpose.

Input

.pdf

Output

PDF

Batch

1 file per run

Custom TextPage NumbersDatePosition
Batch-aware

1 file per run. Only use one run when files share the same operation.

Workflow continuity

Move into a related operation instead of re-finding the tool.

Output-ready

Download a destination-ready result and verify it before sharing.

File limits

Configured runtime limit applies.

PDF quality check before download
Inspect edited pages
Check text/annotation placement
Confirm the final file opens correctly

Natural next steps

Continue with a related tool using the same file workflow.

Supported input

PDF

Output

PDF

Single file

Process one source at a time

Keep your source

Review the result before sharing

Smart workflows

Finish the job, not just the file

Use the existing tool graph to continue into useful next steps. Bulk and output-packaging capabilities are surfaced automatically where the underlying tool supports them.

Workflow-ready

Continue with Add Watermark

Finish the job after Header Footer with a relevant MAXScanner tool, without creating a duplicate converter page.

Output: Add Watermark

Best when Header Footer is only the first step in your workflow.

Continue with Page Numbers

Finish the job after Header Footer with a relevant MAXScanner tool, without creating a duplicate converter page.

Output: Page Numbers

Best when Header Footer is only the first step in your workflow.

About This Tool

Header & Footer adds customizable headers and footers to your PDF documents. Include page numbers, dates, document titles, or any custom text in the header or footer areas.

Position content on the left, center, or right of the header/footer. Use different content for odd and even pages if needed. Perfect for creating professional documents with consistent formatting.

All processing happens locally in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private.

How to Use

  1. Upload Your PDF

    Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select the document.

  2. Configure Header/Footer

    Enter text for header and footer areas. Add page numbers, dates, or custom text.

  3. 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.