Bates numbering
Apply Bates numbers (sequential legal identifiers with prefixes) across one or many PDFs. Client-side.
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How to bates numbering
Apply Bates numbers (sequential legal identifiers with prefixes) across one or many PDFs. Client-side. To use Bates numbering: 1) add your files by dragging them in or clicking to browse, 2) adjust the edit options, 3) download your result — done in seconds. It's free, needs no signup, and most tools run right in your browser so your files never leave your device.
Design consistent Bates labels
Set the file order, prefix, starting value, and digit style before numbering. Place labels away from existing text and court marks. Record the first and last identifier for each PDF, then check that the sequence has no gaps.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Bates numbering free to use?
- Yes. Bates numbering is free to use. It's free, needs no signup, and most tools run right in your browser so your files never leave your device.
- Are my files safe and private?
- Completely. Bates numbering processes your file directly in your browser, so it is never uploaded to any server.
- Do I need to install anything?
- No. Bates numbering works in any modern web browser on Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone and Android — nothing to install.
- Can I process more than one file at once?
- Yes, you can add several files and Bates numbering will handle them together.