Why split
Why split a PDF?
Large PDFs often contain more than you need to share. Splitting lets you extract exactly the right pages — without sending the entire document.
- Extract specific pages — pull out one page, a chapter, or any custom range from a larger file.
- Reduce file size — sharing only the relevant pages creates a much smaller file.
- Separate documents — split a combined PDF back into its individual component files.
- Share confidently — send only what recipients need to see, keeping other content private.
- Organise archives — break large scanned documents into smaller, searchable sections.
How it works
How to split a PDF online
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Upgrade to Pro & upload your PDFSplit PDF is a Pro tool. Upgrade for $9.99/month, then drop your PDF onto the tool.
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Select your pages or rangesChoose individual pages, define a range (e.g. pages 3–7), or split every page into its own file.
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Download your split filesYour extracted pages are ready to download instantly.
Features
Precise, powerful splitting
Custom page ranges
Define exactly which pages to extract — single pages or multi-page ranges.
Original unchanged
Your source file is never modified. Split files are always new documents.
Fast processing
Split even large PDFs in seconds, directly in your browser.
Secure & private
Encrypted upload, auto-deleted within 1 hour.
Any device
Works on phones, tablets, and desktops — no app required.
No watermarks
Clean output — no branding or marks added to your pages.
Use cases
When to extract PDF pages
📋 ReportsShare only the executive summary from a full report.
🏛️ Legal filesExtract specific exhibits or clauses from large documents.
📚 TextbooksPull out a single chapter without the whole book.
🧾 InvoicesSeparate a batch-scanned invoice file into individual pages.
📸 PortfoliosExtract selected pages to create a tailored sample.
📁 ArchivesBreak large scanned documents into manageable sections.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Yes. You can extract specific pages or define custom page ranges. For example, extract pages 1–5 as one file and pages 6–10 as another.
No. Your original file is never modified. Splitting creates new separate files from the pages you select, leaving the source completely intact.
Yes. Files are uploaded over HTTPS and automatically deleted within 1 hour of processing.
Split PDF is available with AllPDFStuff Pro at $9.99/month, which includes unlimited usage, files up to 100 MB, and all 15 Pro tools.
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