How to split pdf
- Add your file. Click the drop zone or drag a single PDF onto the page.
- Choose a split method. Split every page into its own file, or define custom ranges.
- Split. Click 'Split PDF' — each resulting file is built directly in your browser's memory.
- Download. A ZIP containing every resulting PDF downloads straight to your device.
Why do this locally instead of online?
Splitting a document into parts often means separating sensitive sections from each other — an invoice from a contract, or one client's records from another's. Doing this on a server means a stranger's infrastructure briefly holds the entire, undivided file before it ever gets split. This tool reads and splits the PDF using a library running directly in your browser tab, so the file is never transmitted anywhere in the process.
Frequently asked questions
Can I split by page ranges?
Yes. Select a start and end page, or enter a comma-separated list like 1,3,5-9 to extract non-consecutive pages.
Does it work on password-protected PDFs?
You'll need to unlock the PDF first using the Lock / unlock tool, then split it.
Will the output quality change?
No. Pages are copied without re-encoding, so vector text and images remain at full resolution.
What format do I get the split files in?
A single ZIP file containing one PDF per range or page, so you can extract and use them individually.