Split PDF Files Online
Extract specific pages or split your PDF into separate files. Select page ranges and create new PDFs instantly.
How to Split a PDF — Step by Step
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Upload your PDF
Click the upload area or drag your PDF onto it. The tool shows the total page count after upload so you can confirm the file loaded correctly.
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Select the pages to extract
Enter the page range you want (e.g., 3–7) or specify individual pages. The tool pulls exactly those pages into the output file.
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Click Split PDF and download
Download the result and open it to verify it contains exactly the pages you intended. Your original file is unchanged.
Split vs. Organize: Choosing the Right Tool
Split PDF and Organize PDF solve different problems. Use Split PDF when you want to extract selected pages into a brand new separate file — for example, pulling a signed page from a contract or sending only chapters 3–5 to a reviewer. The original PDF is untouched; you get a new file with just the pages you selected.
Use Organize PDF when you want to clean up the existing document — deleting unnecessary pages, reordering sections, or reversing page order — and save the result as a revised version of that same document.
Splitting is non-destructive: if you extract the wrong range, just run it again with the correct pages. For very large PDFs that need to be divided into multiple sections, run the split tool once per section, each time uploading the original source file and specifying a different page range. Read the complete Split PDF guide for more scenarios and tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the PDF splitter tool really free?
Yes, our PDF splitter is free to use within the listed upload limits. No registration is required and no watermarks are added.
How do I split a PDF into separate pages?
Upload your PDF file, select the page range you want to extract (e.g., pages 1-5, or just page 3), and click split. The tool will create a new PDF file containing only the selected pages.
Are my PDF files safe when splitting?
Absolutely. We use SSL encryption for all file transfers. Your PDFs are processed securely and automatically deleted from our servers after a short period. We never store or share your files.
Can I extract multiple page ranges from one PDF?
Yes, you can select multiple page ranges (e.g., pages 1-3 and pages 10-15) and the tool will combine them into a single split PDF file containing all selected pages.
What file size limits apply for PDF splitting?
You can split PDF files up to 150MB in size. For larger files, consider compressing the PDF first or splitting it into smaller parts.