How to split a PDF
- Add one PDF. The tool shows how many pages it has.
- Choose a mode:
- Extract pages into one new PDF: type the pages you want, such as
1-3, 5, 8-. - Split every page into its own PDF: one file per page.
- Split into files of N pages: for example, a 30-page file in parts of 10 pages.
- Extract pages into one new PDF: type the pages you want, such as
- Click Split PDF and download the files one by one or all together as a ZIP.
How to write page ranges
4= page 4 only2-6= pages 2, 3, 4, 5 and 61, 3, 7= three separate pages10-= from page 10 to the end-3= from the first page to page 3
You can mix them: 1-2, 5, 9-. Pages are added in the order you type them.
Example: sending only the signed pages
A 24-page contract needs only the signature pages, 23 and 24, sent back. Type 23-24 and you get a 2-page PDF that is small enough to email.
Example: a large scanned book
A 120-page scan is too big for an upload form with a 10 MB limit. Choose files of N pages with 30 pages per file and you get four parts you can upload separately.
Private by design
The PDF is read and split in your browser. It is never uploaded, so it is safe for contracts, statements and personal documents.
Frequently asked questions
Does splitting reduce quality?
No. Pages are copied exactly; text, images and links are unchanged.
Why are the split files almost as large as the original?
Some PDFs share images or fonts across all pages, and each new file needs its own copy. Use Compress PDF if you need smaller files.
Can I reorder pages?
Yes. In extract mode, the pages are saved in the order you type them, for example 3, 1, 2.
Can I split a password-protected PDF?
Remove the password in your PDF reader first, then split the unlocked copy.
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Last reviewed: 2026-11-08. Tools are provided as-is. Keep a copy of important originals. See our disclaimer.