PDF Bates Numbering
Apply Bates labels (CASE-000001) for legal document production.
How to use PDF Bates Numbering
Follow these steps — everything happens instantly in your browser.
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Step 1. Drop a PDF onto the zone.
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Step 2. Configure prefix (e.g. CASE-001-), start number, padding digits, suffix.
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Step 3. Pick position, font size and margin.
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Step 4. Click “Apply Bates numbers” to download the result.
Why use this tool
Private by design
All processing happens locally in your browser. Open DevTools → Network and you'll see zero file uploads. Ever.
Instant
No upload wait, no queue, no server round-trip. Results appear the moment you drop a file.
Free & unlimited
No accounts, no watermarks, no daily caps. Use it as many times as you like, forever.
Works everywhere
Desktop, tablet or phone — every tool is responsive and installable as a PWA for offline use.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you might want to know about pdf bates numbering.
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