PDF Splitter

How to Use the PDF Splitter

Using the PDF splitter is straightforward. Drag and drop a PDF file into the upload area or click to browse your device. Once uploaded, you'll see the total page count and file size. Choose your split method: extract specific pages, split every N pages, divide into equal parts, or extract each page individually. Click "Split PDF" to process your file, which will download automatically as a single PDF or ZIP archive.

Split Methods Explained

Extract Pages: Select specific pages to keep (e.g., "1,3,5-8,12"). The tool creates a new PDF with only those pages. Every N Pages: Split the PDF into multiple files with N pages each. For example, every 2 pages creates multiple 2-page PDFs. Equal Parts: Divide the PDF into equal-sized chunks. For example, split a 12-page PDF into 3 parts creates three 4-page PDFs. Each Page: Extract every page as an individual PDF and download them all as a convenient ZIP archive.

Why Split PDFs?

Splitting PDFs is useful for many reasons: sharing specific pages with others, organizing large documents into smaller chunks, extracting important pages, or creating backup copies of individual sections. Instead of sharing entire documents, you can extract exactly what you need.

Privacy & Security

All PDF splitting happens directly in your browser using JavaScript. Your files are never uploaded to any server. Everything is processed locally on your device, ensuring your documents remain completely private and secure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the maximum file size I can split?

You can split PDFs up to several hundred megabytes, depending on your device's available memory. For best results, keep files under 200MB. If you experience performance issues, try splitting a smaller PDF first.

Can I extract multiple page ranges at once?

Yes! In Extract Pages mode, you can specify multiple ranges separated by commas. For example, "1-3,7,10-12" will extract pages 1, 2, 3, 7, 10, 11, and 12.

What happens with odd page distributions in Equal Parts mode?

If the total pages don't divide evenly, the last PDF will contain fewer pages. For example, splitting 10 pages into 3 parts creates PDFs with 4, 3, and 3 pages.

How are files named when I download split PDFs?

Single split files are named based on their content (e.g., "split_1-5.pdf" for pages 1-5). When using Each Page mode, all files download as a ZIP archive named "pdf-pages.zip".

Can I undo a split?

Yes! Simply re-upload your original PDF and split it differently. Keep your original file as a backup.

Is there a limit to how many pages I can extract?

No strict limit, but extracting hundreds of pages individually will take longer. For very large PDFs, use "Every N Pages" or "Equal Parts" modes for faster processing.