Split PDF files — free
Extract pages or split a PDF into separate files in seconds — pick exact pages or ranges, processed securely on our server and deleted automatically afterward.
- Split by page, range or every page
- Keeps original quality and formatting
- Private processing · Files deleted automatically
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Drop a PDF here — get the exact pages back as files or a ZIP
What you can do with Split PDF
Everything this tool helps you accomplish — no learning curve, no setup.
- Split a PDF by custom page ranges
- Break a big PDF into smaller parts every N pages
- Save each page as its own separate PDF
- Download all the split parts in one ZIP
- Keep each part under a size cap for email limits
- Extract just the pages you need from a document
Settings information
4 settings
Every control in Split PDF, explained — what it does and when to use it.
Split
- Split byPresets
- Chooses how the PDF is divided: extract specific page ranges into one file, cut equal chunks of N pages, burst into one PDF per page, or cap each part at a file size.Options: Page rangesEvery N pagesOne per pageBy file size
- PagesText input
- Page numbers and ranges to extract, typed like 1-3, 5, 8-10; shown only in Page ranges mode and starts as 1-3, 5.
- NNumber input
- How many pages go into each output chunk in Every N pages mode; any leftover pages form a smaller final part. Minimum 1, starts at 2.
- Max MB per partNumber input
- Size cap in MB for each output part in By file size mode; whole pages are packed under the cap before a new part begins. Minimum 0.1 MB, starts at 5.
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Try it nowFrequently Asked Questions
Drop a PDF and choose one of three split modes: "Page ranges" extracts the pages you specify (e.g. 1-3, 5, 8-10), "Every N pages" slices into equal chunks, or "One PDF per page" bursts into individual single-page PDFs. Multi-part output is packaged as a ZIP for one-click download.
usageUse dashes for ranges and commas for separate selections — "1-3, 5, 8-10" extracts pages 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10 into the output. Whitespace is ignored, ranges that overlap are deduplicated, and out-of-bounds pages are silently clipped to the document length.
usageUse Page ranges mode and enter the chapter's start-end page (e.g. "47-86"). The output is a single PDF containing exactly those pages, preserving original layout, fonts and embedded images. No need to scan-and-OCR the whole document.
tipsYes — use "Every N pages" mode and pick a chunk size. A 200-page report split every 20 pages produces 10 PDFs, each comfortably under typical email attachment limits. The ZIP keeps them ordered as part-01, part-02, etc.
featuresPer-page PDFs are useful for scanned multi-page records that need to be filed individually (medical, legal), for selling individual book chapters, or for parallel processing in workflows that handle one page at a time (OCR pipelines, signature collection).
featuresNo — whole pages are copied from source to output, so fonts, images, vector content and form fields stay byte-identical. The total size of the parts is approximately the same as the original.
qualityYes — your PDF is uploaded over an encrypted (HTTPS) connection, processed on our secure server, and deleted automatically afterward. We never store, view or share your files. For legal discovery, medical records or HR workflows with a strict no-upload policy, use a desktop PDF tool instead.
privacyPreview free; create a free account to download the standard result without a watermark on the output, with a generous daily allowance. Files up to 20 MB on Free, 50 MB with Premium or 120 MB with Pro are processed on our secure server and deleted automatically afterward. The pages come out of your own document: You keep ownership of the files you upload and the results you create — we claim no rights in them.
pricingChoose the 'By file size' mode and set the cap in MB. The tool fills each part with as many whole pages as fit under that limit, then starts a new part, packaging them all into a ZIP. Handy for email attachment caps or upload portals that reject anything over a fixed size.
usageSplit only takes one PDF apart. To join several PDFs into one, use Merge PDF; to delete or reorder pages within a single file, use Organize PDF. Split is the right choice only when you want to extract page ranges or break one document into multiple files.
usageUse Page ranges when you know exactly which pages you need, like one chapter or exhibit. Use Every N pages to cut a long document into equal chunks for review or distribution. Use One PDF per page to burst a scan into individually filed pages. Use By file size when the destination — email, an upload portal — enforces a byte limit rather than a page count: set the Max MB per part field and the tool fills each part with as many whole pages as fit.
tipsThe final part simply gets whatever pages remain — a 22-page PDF split every 5 pages produces four 5-page parts plus one 2-page part, rather than an error or a padded file. Every part keeps the original page content untouched, just grouped in that trailing, smaller chunk.
technicalYou can enter any value from 0.1 MB upward in 0.5 MB increments, and the tool packs as many whole pages as fit under that cap into each part before starting a new one. Setting it lower than your single largest page still produces one oversized part for that page, because pages are never split apart mid-page.
technicalYes — the splitter works in any browser with no Acrobat or install required. Upload the PDF and pick a mode: extract page ranges, split every N pages, save one PDF per page, or cap each part by file size. Splitting is free to preview; create a free account to download, and your file is processed on our secure server and deleted automatically afterward.
usageYes — Pixoate supports batch and bulk processing. Switch to Batch mode, add up to 60 PDFs on Premium or 200 on Pro, set your options once, and every PDF is processed with the same settings before you download a single ZIP. Bulk processing is a Premium feature; the output uses the same quality and settings as single mode.
featuresYes — with bulk processing you configure the settings a single time and they apply to every item in the batch — up to 60 PDFs on Premium or 200 on Pro. There is no need to repeat the setup per item, and Temporary uploaded and generated files are processed securely and deleted automatically.
usageHow Split PDF helps you get it done
Real problems it solves every day — for businesses, creators, and everyday tasks. Find the use case that fits you and start in seconds.
Extract One Chapter from an E-book
Pull just the chapter you need from a 400-page reference PDF using page ranges (e.g. "47-86"). Faster to share, faster to load on a tablet, easier to annotate.
Split Bank Statements by Account
A joint bank statement PDF often contains separate sections for each account holder. Use page ranges to extract each holder's section for individual filing or sharing.
Send Large Reports in Email-Friendly Chunks
A 200-page report exceeds typical email attachment limits. Split into 20-page chunks and send sequentially, or upload chunks to file sharing one at a time.
Burst Multi-Page Scans into Single Files
A scanned stack of mixed documents (utility bills, IDs, receipts) needs to be filed individually. Burst into one PDF per page, then rename and file each one.
Extract Signed Pages from a Contract
The signed pages of a long contract are usually the last 2-3 pages. Extract just those for the counterparty's records, or for an HR filing system that only needs the executed signature page.
Distribute Customised Course Materials
Teachers prepare a master PDF and need to distribute different sections to different student groups. Split by page range to create per-group handouts.
Prep Single-Page Uploads for Immigration Forms
Visa, passport and immigration portals often require every supporting document as its own single-page file. Use One PDF per page mode to burst a scanned bundle of IDs, bank letters and photos into individually named files ready to upload one at a time.
Clear Court E-Filing Size Limits
Court e-filing systems and government portals often reject PDFs over a hard size cap, commonly 10-25 MB. Use By file size mode to automatically break a large exhibit bundle into parts that each clear the limit, so nothing bounces back at submission.
Share Just One Investor Deck Section
Cap-table pages, financial models and legal appendices inside a data-room PDF are often meant for different recipients. Use Page ranges to extract only the section a specific investor or advisor needs to see, without sending the whole deck.
Separate Multi-Patient Records Before Filing
Home-care agencies and small clinics often scan several patients' visit notes into one combined PDF. Use One PDF per page (or per-patient page ranges) to split the bundle into individual patient files before filing, so no single record shows another patient's information.
