Bates Stamp a PDF (Free)
A Bates stamp is a sequential identifier printed on each page of a document so it can be referenced exactly. It is essential in law, but also useful for accounting, records management, and any workflow where pages must be tracked. PdfXpo lets you Bates stamp any PDF free — pick a prefix, a start number, and padding, and every page is labeled consistently.
PdfXpo stamps the file in your browser and never uploads it, so even confidential documents stay on your device. It is free, unlimited, and watermark-free — a straightforward, no-cost alternative to paid Bates-stamping software.
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How to Bates Stamp a PDF (Free) — Step by Step
1. Open the free Bates Numbering tool at PdfXpo.com — no account, no install. Drag in the PDF you are producing; it loads in your browser, so the file (and its privileged contents) is never uploaded to a server.
2. Set your Bates prefix (e.g. ABC), the starting number, digit padding, and where the stamp sits on the page. Apply it across the entire document — hundreds or thousands of pages — in one pass, with consistent, sequential numbering.
3. Download the Bates-stamped PDF instantly. Every page carries a unique, sequential identifier ready for production, deposition, or filing — with no watermark and no per-page charge.
Why PdfXpo for Bates Numbering
PdfXpo gives you free, professional Bates stamping with full control over prefix, numbering, and placement, processes everything locally so files stay private, and never adds a watermark.
Common Questions
What is a Bates stamp?
A sequential identifier (often a prefix plus a running number) printed on each page so the page can be referenced precisely. PdfXpo applies it across the whole document.
Is the PDF uploaded to be stamped?
No. Stamping runs in your browser; the file never leaves your device.
Can I choose the number format?
Yes. Set the prefix, starting number, and digit padding to match any required format.
Is it free with no watermark?
Yes — free, unlimited, and watermark-free.