Split PDF
Split PDF files into multiple documents. Extract specific pages or divide by page ranges.
Drag and drop files here, or click to browse
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Drag and drop a PDF file here, or click to browse.
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Simple 3-step processes designed for speed, clarity, and non-technical users.
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How to Use
Follow these three simple steps to process your file in seconds.
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file or click to browse and select the file you want to split.
Select Split Method
Choose how to split: by page ranges, extract specific pages, or split at regular intervals.
Define Page Ranges
Enter the page numbers or ranges you want to extract (e.g., 1-5, 8, 10-15).
Split and Download
Click Split to create your new PDF files and download them individually or as a ZIP archive.
About This Tool
Split PDF enables you to divide a single PDF document into multiple smaller files. This is perfect for extracting specific chapters, separating combined documents, or creating individual files from a multi-page PDF.
You can split by specific page ranges, extract individual pages, or divide the document at regular intervals. The tool provides a visual preview of your pages, making it easy to select exactly what you need.
All processing is done locally in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private and secure.
Use Cases
Extract Chapters
Split a book or manual into individual chapters for easier reading or distribution.
Separate Combined Scans
Divide a batch-scanned document into individual files for each original document.
Create Handouts
Extract specific slides or pages from a presentation to create focused handouts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? Find quick answers about this tool here.
Yes, you can split a PDF into individual single-page files by selecting the "Split every page" option.
Bookmarks that fall within the extracted page range are preserved in the resulting PDF files.
You need to decrypt the PDF first using our Decrypt PDF tool before splitting.