Split PDF
Split a PDF into separate files or extract only the pages you need. Enter page numbers like 1-5 or 3, 7, 12-15 — the splitter creates a new PDF with just those pages. Runs entirely in your browser. No upload, no signup, no watermark.
Drop a PDF file here
or click to select from your device
Max 50 MB · Format: .pdf
How to Split a PDF
- Drop a PDF file onto the upload area.
- Enter the pages you want to extract — for example, 1-5 for the first five pages, or 3, 7, 12-15 for specific pages.
- Click "Split PDF" — a new PDF is created with only those pages.
- Click "Download Split PDF" to save the result.
Why Your Files Stay Private
The split runs entirely in your browser using the pdf-lib library. No PDF is uploaded to a server, stored, logged, or shared. You can disconnect from the internet after the page loads and the splitter will still work. Unlike most online PDF splitters, your document never leaves your device.
Split PDF vs Extract Pages
Split PDF usually means breaking a document into multiple files. This tool focuses on the most common use case: extracting a subset of pages into a new PDF.
The original file is never modified. A new PDF is created with only the pages you select, and you download that. If you need to split into separate files (one per page, or fixed chunks), that is a different operation — this tool does extraction, which covers most real-world needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this PDF splitter free?
Yes — completely free, no signup, no watermark, no page limit. The split runs in your browser, so there is no server cost per document. Extract pages from as many PDFs as you need.
Does splitting reduce PDF quality?
No — splitting copies the original pages into a new document without re-encoding. Text, images, fonts, and formatting remain exactly as they were in the source file [citation:4][citation:12]. The pages are not re-rendered or compressed.
What page formats can I enter?
Ranges: 1-5 (pages 1 through 5). Individual pages: 3, 7, 12. Combined: 1-3, 5, 8-10. The parser reads left to right, so the output preserves the order you enter.
Is there a file size limit?
The tool accepts PDFs up to 50 MB. Larger files may cause the browser to run out of memory during processing [citation:14]. For very large PDFs, use a desktop tool or split the file in stages.
Does this work on mobile?
Yes — the tool runs in any modern mobile browser. You can select a PDF, enter pages, and download the extracted result. For very large files, a desktop browser is recommended.
What about password-protected PDFs?
Password-protected PDFs cannot be split without first removing the password. Decrypt the file in your PDF reader, then split. The tool will alert you if a file cannot be processed.