How to Split a PDF into Separate Files
A big PDF isn’t always what you want to send. Maybe you only need a couple of pages from a long report, or you want to break one file into smaller pieces. Splitting a PDF does exactly that — here’s how, free and in your browser.
How to split a PDF
- Open the Split PDF tool and click Choose File.
- Select the PDF you want to split.
- Enter the pages or ranges you want — for example, 1-3, 5, 8-10.
- Press Split and download the result.
Splitting vs extracting — what’s the difference?
They overlap, but each has a best use:
- Use Split PDF to break a document into parts by page or range.
- Use Extract Pages when you just want to pull specific pages into a new file.
- Use Make PDF Parts to divide a large document into evenly sized chunks.
Common reasons to split a PDF
- Pull a single signed page out of a contract to share on its own.
- Separate an invoice from a bundled statement.
- Break a long manual into chapter-sized files that are easier to send.
- Get a document under an email or upload size limit.
Tips
- List non-consecutive pages together, like 2, 4, 6-9, to grab exactly what you need in one go.
- Your original stays intact — splitting creates new files, so you never lose the source.
Frequently asked questions
Can I extract non-consecutive pages? Yes — list individual pages and ranges together in one field.
Does splitting change the original file? No. The tool creates new files and leaves your source PDF untouched.
Is it free and private? Yes — free with no signup, and your PDF is processed in your browser, not uploaded.
Try it now with Split PDF, or browse all edit & organize tools.
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