Bates Numbering PDF
Stamp sequential Bates numbers across PDF pages
About this tool
Bates Numbering PDF stamps a sequential identifier onto each page of a document — the standard way legal and case teams label exhibits and discovery materials so every page is uniquely referenced. Unlike a simple page number, a Bates number carries a case prefix and increments continuously across pages, with zero-padding for a fixed width (for example CASE-000001, CASE-000002). You set the prefix, starting number, padding width, font size, and stamp position (bottom-right by default), and optionally apply it to a page range. The text is drawn directly into the PDF and exported as a new file, all processed locally in your browser.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bates numbering?
Bates numbering stamps a unique sequential identifier on each page so every page in a case or exhibit set can be referenced precisely. It typically includes a prefix, an incrementing number, and zero-padding.
How is it different from page numbers?
Page numbers reflect position in the document and restart per file. Bates numbers carry a case prefix and increment continuously across pages, and the series can continue across multiple documents.
Can I set the prefix and start number?
Yes. You choose the prefix (for example a case code), the starting number, and how many digits to zero-pad, so numbers like CASE-000001 are produced automatically.
Where is the number stamped?
By default in the bottom-right corner, but you can choose bottom-left, top-right, top-left, or bottom-center. Font size is also adjustable.
Can I number only some pages?
Yes. Leave the page range empty to stamp every page, or enter a range like 1,3,5-8 to stamp only selected pages. Numbering increments across the selected pages.
Is my PDF uploaded?
No. All stamping and export happen locally in your browser. Your document never leaves your device.
Does it work on scanned PDFs?
Yes. Bates numbers are drawn as real text on top of each page, so they work on both text and scanned/image PDFs.
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