How to Split a PDF Online
Sometimes you only need part of a document — one signed page from a twenty-page contract, chapter three of a manual, or every invoice separated from a merged batch. Splitting a PDF extracts exactly what you need into new, standalone files. This free splitter offers three ways to do it, previews how many files you will get before you commit, and runs entirely in your browser so confidential documents are never uploaded.
Upload your PDF
Drop any PDF file. The page count appears instantly - your document is read locally and never sent to a server.
Choose how to split
Pick custom ranges like 1-3, 5, 8-10, split into equal chunks of N pages, or turn every single page into its own PDF.
Download your files
Get each new PDF separately, or download everything at once as a single ZIP archive.
Three Ways to Split, and When to Use Each
Custom ranges give you surgical control. Typing 1-3, 5, 8-10 produces three separate PDFs: one with pages 1 through 3, one containing only page 5, and one with pages 8 through 10. This is the mode you want when extracting a specific section, pulling out a signature page, or separating an appendix from the main body.
Every N pages splits a long document into equal chunks. Set it to 10 and a 100-page report becomes ten neat 10-page files. This is ideal for breaking oversized documents into email-friendly pieces, or for splitting a scanned batch where each record happens to be the same length.
Each page separate turns every page into its own PDF. Useful when a single file contains many independent documents — a stack of scanned receipts, a batch of certificates, or a set of forms that need to be distributed individually.
The PDF format itself was created by Adobe and is now an open ISO standard, which is why pages can be extracted and recombined losslessly like this — see the official Adobe PDF overview for background on how the format is structured. Our splitter uses the open-source pdf-lib library running directly in your browser, which is why no upload is ever required.
Common Situations This Tool Solves
Extracting one page from a contract
You need to send only the signed signature page, not the entire forty-page agreement. Use custom ranges, type the page number, and get a clean one-page PDF containing nothing else.
Breaking up a file that is too large to email
Most email providers cap attachments around 25 MB. Split a heavy document into chunks with the every-N-pages mode and send them in sequence without any quality loss.
Separating scanned receipts or certificates
One scan often produces a single PDF containing dozens of independent documents. Each-page-separate mode gives you one file per receipt, ready to file, forward or upload individually.
Submitting only the required section
Portals frequently ask for specific pages - just the ID proof, just the marksheet. Extract exactly those pages so you are not sharing more personal information than necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I extract specific pages from a PDF?
Choose Custom ranges mode and type the pages you want, such as 1-3, 5, 8-10. Each range becomes its own PDF file, so that example produces three separate documents you can download individually or as a ZIP.
How do I split a PDF into individual pages?
Select Each page separate mode and click Split PDF. Every page in your document becomes its own standalone PDF, named with its page number so the order is never lost.
Can I split a PDF without uploading it anywhere?
Yes - that is exactly how this tool works. Your PDF is processed entirely inside your browser using the pdf-lib library. It is never uploaded to any server, never stored, and never seen by anyone.
Does splitting a PDF reduce quality?
No. Pages are copied byte-for-byte into the new files with no re-rendering or compression. Text remains selectable, images keep their original resolution, and fonts are preserved exactly.
How do I download all the split files at once?
After splitting, click Download All as ZIP. Every generated PDF is bundled into a single ZIP archive with clear filenames indicating which pages each file contains.
Can I split a password-protected PDF?
Encrypted PDFs generally cannot be read without their password. Open the file in your PDF reader, remove the password protection, save it, then split the unlocked version here.
Is there a limit on file size or page count?
No fixed limit. Because splitting happens on your own device, the practical ceiling is your available memory rather than a server quota. Very large documents may take a few seconds longer.
How do I split a PDF on iPhone or Android?
Open this page in Safari or Chrome, tap the upload area, choose a PDF from your Files app, pick your split mode, and download the results directly to your phone. No app installation needed.
What does every N pages mode do exactly?
It divides your document into consecutive equal chunks. Setting it to 5 on a 22-page PDF gives you five files: pages 1-5, 6-10, 11-15, 16-20, and a final file with pages 21-22.
Can I reorder pages while splitting?
Splitting preserves the original page order within each extracted range. To reorder or recombine pages differently, use our merge tool, which lets you arrange files and select page ranges from each.
How do I combine PDFs back together?
Use our PDF merger, which joins multiple PDFs into one document with drag-free reordering and the ability to pick specific pages from each file.
Is this PDF splitter really free?
Completely free, with no page limits, no watermarks, no signup and no premium wall. Because everything runs in your browser, there are no server costs for us to pass on to you.
Last updated: July 11, 2026 · FlipMyFormat PDF Splitter
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