Easy Tech TutsHow to Remove Page Numbers in Google Docs Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Whether you need to strip page numbers entirely or just hide them on a title page, Google Docs gives you a few different controls to handle it. This guide covers deleting the automated number token directly, using the Different first page toggle for cover sheets, and using section breaks to isolate numbering in multi-part documents.
01Open your header or footer
Click into the header or footer area of your document where the page numbering currently lives.
02Delete the number globally
Select and delete the automated page number token to remove counting tags across your entire document at once.
03Or open Page Numbers settings
Go to Insert, then Page numbers, to access the advanced configuration dashboard for more targeted control.
04Hide numbers on the cover page only
Enable Different first page to mask numbering specifically on your title or cover sheet while keeping it on later pages.
05Restart numbering with section breaks
Use Section Breaks from the Layout menu to isolate specific page blocks and restart or remove numbering in just that section.
06Check the layout on mobile
Review your changes in the Google Docs mobile app on Android or iOS to confirm number visibility before printing.
Frequently asked questions
How do I remove page numbers from just my title page?
Enable the Different first page option in your header and footer settings so the numbering starts appearing only from the second page onward.
Can I remove page numbers completely from a document?
Yes, deleting the automated number token in the header or footer area clears numbering globally across all pages.
Will removing page numbers affect my page count?
No, the total number of pages stays the same; only the visible counting labels are removed.
How do I restart numbering partway through a document?
Insert a Section Break at the point where you want numbering to restart, then configure separate numbering settings for that new section.
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