PDF Splitter
Split PDF files into separate documents or extract specific pages. Supports range extraction, single-page splitting, and custom page groups.
PDF Splitter
Upload Your PDF File
Click or drag & drop to upload a PDF (Max: 20MB)
Split Options
Split Results
How to Use the PDF Splitter
Upload Your PDF
Upload your PDF file by clicking or dragging and dropping. Supports files up to 20MB.
Choose a Split Mode
Select from three modes: Extract Specific Pages, Split into Single Pages, or Custom Groups.
Split & Download
Click 'Split PDF' to process your file, then download individual PDFs or all at once.
What Is PDF Splitting?
PDF splitting is the process of dividing a single PDF document into multiple smaller PDF files. This can be done by extracting specific pages, separating every page into its own file, or creating custom page groups. PDF splitting is essential for managing large documents, extracting relevant sections, and preparing files for different purposes.
Why Split PDF Files?
Splitting PDFs solves many practical problems. Share only relevant pages with colleagues instead of entire documents. Extract specific chapters or sections for focused review. Create individual files from scanned batches. Separate combined documents into their original components. Reduce file sizes for email attachments. Whatever your need, PDF splitting provides flexibility in document management.
Key Features
- Three Split Modes: Extract specific pages, split all pages, or create custom groups.
- Page Range Support: Use commas and dashes to specify complex page selections.
- Custom Group Naming: Name each output file for easy identification.
- Batch Download: Download all split files at once or individually.
- Live Preview: See page thumbnails before splitting.
- Instant Processing: Files split within seconds.
- No Registration Required: Start splitting immediately.
- Browser-Based: Your files never leave your device.
Split Modes Explained
Extract Specific Pages
Select individual pages or ranges to extract into a new PDF. Use this mode when you need specific pages from a larger document. Example: 1,3,5-7 extracts pages 1, 3, 5, 6, and 7.
Split into Single Pages
Convert every page into its own separate PDF file. Use this mode when you need each page as an individual document. Perfect for scanned batches or form processing.
Custom Groups
Define multiple output files with custom page ranges and names. Use this mode for complex splitting requirements. Example: Chapter1: 1-10, Chapter2: 11-20.
Common Use Cases
Document Sharing
Extract relevant pages to share with colleagues instead of entire documents.
Chapter Extraction
Split books, manuals, or reports into individual chapters.
Form Processing
Separate scanned forms into individual documents for processing.
Batch Scanning
Split multi-page scans into individual page files.
Email Attachments
Reduce PDF size by splitting large documents into smaller files.
Document Assembly
Extract pages to combine with other documents in new arrangements.
Page Range Syntax
Our tool supports flexible page range syntax:
- Single pages: 1,3,5 (pages 1, 3, and 5)
- Ranges: 1-5 (pages 1 through 5)
- Combined: 1,3,5-7,10 (pages 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 10)
- Open ranges: 5- (page 5 to end), -5 (start to page 5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the maximum PDF size?
Our splitter supports PDFs up to 20MB.
Can I split password-protected PDFs?
No, you must remove password protection first.
How many output files can I create?
You can create as many output files as there are pages in your PDF.
Can I merge the split files back together?
Yes—use our PDF Merger tool to combine split files back into a single document.
Is the tool free?
Yes, ZourTools PDF Splitter is completely free, with no limitations.