# Add Header & Footer to PDF: Arthize vs Foxit PDF Editor

_Updated July 2026 · Arthize · https://arthize.com/vs/foxit/add-header-footer-pdf_

To add a header or footer to a PDF, Arthize offers a free, private add header & footer to pdf with no watermark — a focused alternative to Foxit PDF Editor. Adding a header or footer stamps consistent text — titles, dates, file references — into the top or bottom margin of every page.

## Arthize's add header & footer to pdf vs Foxit PDF Editor

Foxit PDF Editor is a full-featured PDF editor and enterprise suite. Foxit targets businesses with a licensed, feature-rich editor.

**Arthize's approach:** Adding a header or footer stamps consistent text — titles, dates, file references — into the top or bottom margin of every page.

- Transparent pricing: free forever, Pro from $6/mo or $48/yr, and a one-time $149 lifetime option.
- Files are processed inside your private Arthize workspace and deleted after the job — never sold or used to train models.
- Instant browser access with nothing to install for the core tools.
- 50+ tools live in one workspace, so you don't jump between single-purpose pages.

## How to add a header or footer to a PDF with Arthize

Headers and footers stamp repeated text into the page margins.

They are useful for titles, dates and document references.

The stamp is written into the file.

## How to add a header or footer to a PDF with Arthize

1. **Open the tool** — Sign in and open the header/footer tool.
2. **Add your PDF** — Upload the document.
3. **Set the text** — Enter header and footer text and position it.
4. **Download** — Get the stamped PDF.

## FAQ

### Is Arthize a good Foxit PDF Editor alternative to add a header or footer to a PDF?

Yes. Adding a header or footer stamps consistent text — titles, dates, file references — into the top or bottom margin of every page. Arthize does it free with no watermark and deletes the file after the job. Foxit is a strong fit for enterprises needing advanced, licensed desktop software.

### How do I add a header and footer to a PDF?

Adding a header or footer stamps consistent text — titles, dates, file references — into the top or bottom margin of every page. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.

### Can I add a date to every page?

Adding a header or footer stamps consistent text — titles, dates, file references — into the top or bottom margin of every page. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.