Split PDF Free

Create smaller, separate files from your large PDF documents.

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How to Split PDFs Easily in 3 Steps

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Upload a PDF

Upload the PDF file from your device or just drag and drop it. 

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Split PDF Pages

Create separate PDFs for each page or split at specific points with a click.

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Download File

Finally, apply changes and download the ZIP file containing the PDFs.

Features of Our PDF Splitter Tool

Visually Define Split Points

Visually Define Split Points

See the pages of the PDF and define where to make a split by clicking.

Specify Page Ranges

Specify Page Ranges

Use the input box to set custom page ranges and split your PDF as needed.

Easily Use for Free

Easily Use for Free

Access the tool online for free. No signup or software installation is required.

Fast Processing Mechanism

Fast Processing Mechanism

Process large files quickly to enhance your document management workflow.

Use from Any Device

Use from Any Device

Compatible with PC, Mac, iPhone, and Android. Works on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.

Secure and Private

Secure and Private

Your files are secure. All documents are deleted shortly after processing to ensure privacy.

Benefits of Splitting a PDF

Splitting PDFs improves document management by enabling extraction of specific sections. This enhances accessibility, simplifies content sharing, secures sensitive information, and streamlines workflows. It benefits professionals, educators, students, and individuals seeking organized, task-specific documents.


  • Students & Academics: Split textbooks, eBooks, or research papers into manageable sections for study. Create shareable lecture notes and study guides.
  • Legal Professionals: Extract clauses, case files, or exhibits for client meetings and court filings. Share confidential portions securely.
  • Businesses & Teams: Divide large reports or financial statements for easy sharing. Create client-ready documents and organize invoices.
  • Educators & Trainers: Prepare lesson plans, course materials, or exercises in smaller, shareable PDFs. Organize teaching resources efficiently.
  • Freelancers & Creatives: Customize portfolios, tailor contracts, and split projects into client-ready deliverables.
  • Publishers & Writers: Edit manuscripts, collaborate with editors, and extract articles or essays for focused publishing.
  • Personal Use: Organize bills, tax records, or certificates. Extract recipes, articles, or digitized documents into categorized sections.
  • Nonprofits & Community Groups: Manage event guides, donor reports, or training materials for volunteers. Create easy-to-share documents.
  • Government Agencies: Provide topic-specific policy documents, budget breakdowns, and public records for accessible distribution.
  • Healthcare Professionals: Handle patient records, research extracts, and securely share essential pages with specialists or insurers.
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FAQs about Split PDF

Will the quality of my PDF pages be affected after splitting them?

No, extracted pages retain their original resolution, layout, and formatting. Our advanced technology ensures no quality loss or detail reduction.

What file size or page limits apply to the free version of the tool?

For free users, there are limits such as a maximum file size (e.g., 10MB). Upgrading to a premium version allows for larger files and more features.

Can I split password-protected files?

Yes, you can split password-protected files by unlocking them first. Enter the password for the PDF to unlock it.

Can I preview pages before splitting?

Yes, our tool is visually interactive. Each selected split section is highlighted in different colors for clarity. You can preview them before downloading.

A Visual Step-by-Step Guide

Upload a PDF file, choose a splitting option, refine selection in the visual editor, apply changes to download.

Step 1: Upload Your file

  • Click the Upload PDF File button or drag and drop your PDF into the upload area.
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Step 2: Choose Splitting Options

After uploading the PDF you will be given two options. Choose the option that meets your needs.

  • Split every page into a PDF: Automatically split each page into a new PDF file.
  • Select pages to split PDF: Preview the PDF visually and manually select split operations.
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Step 3: Refine Selections

Define splits by clicking the ✂️ icon between pages. Pressing the ✂️ icon again reverses the split and merges two portions.

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  • Use the input box to define split intervals manually. Enter ranges like 1-3,4-5 (separate each range by commas).
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  • Each selected split section is highlighted in different colors for clarity.
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  • Rename different files by pressing on the files. Files are named dynamically if not specified.
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Step 4: Apply Changes and Download

  • After defining splits, press the Split PDF by Pages button to proceed to the download menu. Click Download to get the ZIP file containing all your split PDFs.
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Need to merge multiple PDFs together? Use our free Merge PDF tool.

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