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Split PDF Online

Break a PDF into separate files, or pull out only the pages you need.

How to split a PDF

  1. Drop a PDF into the upload area, or click to browse for it.
  2. Wait for the page thumbnails to appear.
  3. Choose whether to extract selected pages, split every page, or split by page range.
  4. Select Split PDF, then download the result as a PDF or a ZIP file.

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Why use Split PDF?

A single chapter out of a long manual, one signed page out of a contract pack, or the invoices for one month out of a yearly statement — splitting saves you from sending a hundred-page document when the recipient needs four pages. Working from page thumbnails means you can see exactly what you are extracting before you commit to it.

Privacy and browser processing

Your files are processed in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to a server, so your document never leaves your device.

There is no account to create and nothing to install. Because the work happens on your device, the speed depends on your device rather than on how busy a server is — and closing the tab is all it takes to remove every trace of the file from this page.

Limitations

Worth knowing before you start:

  • Password-protected PDFs must be unlocked before they can be split.
  • Page ranges have to fall within the document; a range like 40-60 on a 30-page file will be rejected.
  • Splitting a document with many pages into individual files produces a large ZIP archive.
  • Bookmarks and links that pointed to pages in other parts of the document may no longer resolve.

Frequently asked questions

Is splitting a PDF free?
Yes. There is no charge, no account and no watermark on the files you download.
Are my PDF files uploaded to a server?
No. The split runs in your browser and your document stays on your device the whole time.
How do I extract just a few pages?
Choose the extract mode, then either click the page thumbnails you want or type a range such as 3-7. The pages come out in the order you selected them.
What happens if I split every page?
You get one PDF per page, delivered together in a single ZIP file so you only have to accept one download.
Can I split a PDF on my phone?
Yes. Page thumbnails scroll horizontally on small screens and the split button stays within reach at the bottom of the screen.
Does splitting reduce the quality of the pages?
No. The pages are copied across as they are, so text stays selectable and images keep their original resolution.