About Split PDF
The Split PDF tool extracts specific pages or page ranges from a larger PDF into a new, smaller file — useful when you only need to send chapter 3 of a report, pull out one invoice from a batch, or share a single form page instead of a 40-page packet. Type the pages you want (like "1-3,5,8-10") and this free pdf splitter online builds a fresh PDF containing exactly those pages, in that order, and nothing else. Whether you need to extract PDF pages for a quick share or want a reliable pdf page extractor for repeated use, the workflow stays the same: pick a file, type the pages, download the result.
Splitting happens entirely in your browser using pdf-lib: the source PDF is parsed locally, the requested pages are copied into a brand-new document object, and the result is written back out as a downloadable file. Your original document never leaves your device, which matters if you're extracting pages from something like a signed agreement, a medical record or a tax return that you'd rather not hand to a third-party server just to pull out one page.
The page-range syntax is deliberately forgiving: single pages and ranges can be mixed and repeated in any order ("5,1-3,5" is valid, though duplicates are automatically removed), and the tool tells you immediately if a page number falls outside the document instead of silently producing a broken file. Page numbering is 1-indexed to match what you see in a PDF viewer, not the 0-indexed numbering used internally by the underlying library.
How to Use the Split PDF
- Choose a PDF file — the tool reads its page count automatically.
- Enter the pages or ranges you want, e.g. "1-3,5,8-10".
- Click "Extract & download PDF" to save a new file containing just those pages.
Features
- Flexible page-range syntax — single pages, ranges, and combinations
- Automatic page-count detection so you know the valid range upfront
- Clear error messages for out-of-range or malformed input
- 100% client-side extraction — nothing is uploaded
- Free, with no page or file-size limit beyond your device's memory
Examples
Pulling out one chapter
Input
"12-28" from a 200-page ebook
Output
A 17-page PDF containing just that chapter
Extracting a signature page and an appendix
Input
"1,45-47" from a 50-page contract
Output
A 4-page PDF: the cover page followed by the three-page appendix
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I extract non-consecutive pages into one file?
Yes. Entering something like "1,3,7" produces a single PDF containing pages 1, 3 and 7 in that order — you don't need consecutive ranges.
What happens if I enter a page number that doesn't exist?
The tool checks your input against the actual page count before processing and shows a clear error (e.g. "Page 12 is out of range — this PDF has 8 pages") instead of producing a corrupted file.
Does splitting reduce the file size?
Usually, yes — a PDF with fewer pages is typically smaller, though the exact size depends on what's embedded on the remaining pages (images tend to dominate file size more than text does).
Is the Split PDF tool free?
Yes, the Split PDF tool is completely free with no usage limits. No signup, no account and no installation required.
Does the PDF splitter work on mobile?
Yes. The PDF splitter is fully responsive and works in any modern browser on phones, tablets and desktops.
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