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Split PDF Tool

Extract selected pages from a PDF and create a new PDF online for free. Everything runs directly in your browser.

Last updated: 2026-04-13

What is Split PDF Tool?

This free PDF splitter lets you extract selected pages from a PDF and create a new PDF directly in your browser. It is useful for removing unnecessary pages, sharing only part of a document, and separating specific sections from contracts, reports, or handouts. Since everything is processed locally, your PDF files are not uploaded to an external server.

What Split PDF Tool is good for

Split PDF Tool is useful when you need to clean up a PDF, prepare it for sharing, extract part of it, or turn it into a format that fits the next task better.

It is meant for everyday document work, not for heavy publishing workflows. Think of it as the quick step between receiving a PDF and sending the finished version on.

A better way to think about PDF tasks

Start by deciding whether the final result should stay a PDF, become images, or simply be a cleaner and smaller version of the same document.

That one decision usually tells you whether to merge, split, remove pages, convert, or compress first.

Quick checklist

  • Review page order and orientation before exporting anything.
  • Know whether the destination expects a PDF, an image set, or a lighter optimized copy.
  • If the workflow has multiple steps, cleanup usually comes before conversion.
  • For large files, review the output once before sharing it.

How this PDF step fits the workflow

Best use case
This kind of tool works best for everyday document cleanup, page preparation, and sharing workflows.
Workflow fit
Think first about whether the file should remain a PDF or become something else. That usually narrows the right tool quickly.
Related tasks
People often continue with Merge PDF, Compress PDF, PDF to JPG after this step.
Practical approach
Fix structure first, then optimize or convert only after the document is already in the right order.

How to Use

  1. Upload a PDF file
  2. Enter the pages or page ranges you want to extract
  3. Click Split PDF
  4. Download the extracted PDF

FAQ

Are my PDF files uploaded to a server?

No. Everything is processed locally in your browser, so your files are not uploaded to an external server.

Can I extract multiple pages at once?

Yes. You can extract one page, multiple pages, or page ranges in a single operation.

What input formats are supported?

You can use formats like `1`, `1,3,5`, `2-6`, or `1,3-5,8`.

Does it work on mobile devices?

Yes. It works on phones, tablets, and desktop browsers that support modern web features, though large files depend on device performance.

Related tools for the next step

Merge PDFCompress PDFPDF to JPGImage to PDF