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How to Add Bates Numbering to a PDF

Stamp sequential IDs on every page for legal and business documents. Free and private.

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Bates numbering stamps a unique sequential ID on every page of a document, the standard for legal discovery and record-keeping. Our free Bates numbering tool runs in your browser, so sensitive documents are never uploaded.

Add Bates numbering in 4 steps

  1. Open the free Bates Numbering tool and upload one or more PDFs.
  2. Set the prefix, starting number, and digit count.
  3. Choose the stamp position and size, and preview the first page.
  4. Apply and download. Numbers continue across multiple files.
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Frequently asked questions

What is Bates numbering?

Bates numbering stamps a unique sequential reference number on every page of legal and business documents.

Can I number multiple files in one sequence?

Yes. Numbers continue across all uploaded files in one session.

Is Bates numbering free?

Yes, completely free with no account required.

Will my legal documents be uploaded anywhere?

No. The stamping happens entirely in your browser.