Split PDF
Separate one page or a whole set for easy conversion into independent PDF files.
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Supported formats: PDF
Save specific page ranges as separate files (e.g., 1-5, 8-10).
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Split PDF Files with Precision
Need to extract a single page from a large report? Or perhaps break a 500-page ebook into manageable chapters? PlatinumPDF Split PDF is the most versatile splitting tool available online. Unlike basic splitters, we offer advanced modes like Split by File Size (great for email limits) and Split by Bookmarks. Select pages visually with our thumbnail grid or define custom ranges. And because we process everything locally using WebAssembly, your sensitive documents never leave your computer.
Powerful Features
Custom Ranges
Define exact page ranges (e.g., '1-5, 10-12') to create new specific PDF files.
Visual Extraction
Click on the page thumbnails you want to keep and extract them into a new document instantly.
Split by Size
Automatically break a large PDF into smaller files (e.g., 10MB chunks) to meet email attachment limits.
Split by Bookmarks
Use the PDF's existing Table of Contents to create separate files for each chapter or section.
Odd/Even Split
Separate odd and even pages into two different files. Perfect for processing double-sided scans.
Batch Split
Divide a PDF into equal parts (e.g., 2 halves) or every X pages (e.g., every 5 pages) automatically.
How to Split a PDF (Step-by-Step)
Upload PDF
Drag and drop your file into the tool. The full document will load instantly.
Select Mode
Choose your split method from the sidebar: Range, Extract, Size, Bookmarks, etc.
Configure
Select the pages to keep by clicking thumbnails, or enter your specific ranges/size limits.
Process
Click 'Split & Preview'. We'll generate the new files in seconds.
Download
Download a single PDF or a ZIP file containing all your separated documents.
Who Can Benefit? (15+ Use Cases)
Professional & Business
- Legal Teams: Extract specific evidence pages from massive discovery documents for court filings.
- HR Managers: Separate a single "Employee Pack" PDF into individual signed forms for filing.
- Realtors: Pull out just the "Property Disclosure" section from a 50-page contract packet to send to a buyer.
- Accountants: Split a yearly ledger PDF into 12 separate monthly files.
- Publishers: Break a full manuscript PDF into separate chapter files for editing.
- Marketers: Extract a single case study page from a company brochure to email to a lead.
- Architects: Isolate specific floor plan sheets from a master set for subcontractors.
Personal & Academic
- Students: Extract only the relevant reading pages from a large textbook PDF.
- Job Seekers: Remove the outdated cover letter page from your resume file.
- Travelers: Save just the boarding pass page from a multi-page booking confirmation.
- Homeowners: Extract a specific appliance manual from a bulk "Home Warranty" document.
- Musicians: Separate a full score PDF into individual instrument parts.
- Researchers: Break down a journal issue into separate articles.
- Readers: Split a double-page scanned PDF into single pages for better reading on phones.
Real-World Scenarios
Scenario 1: The Email Attachment Limit
Input: A user needs to email a 50MB report, but the limit is 25MB.
Action: User selects "Split by Size" and enters "24MB".
Output: The PDF is intelligently tailored into 2 or 3 smaller files that fit perfectly using our unique algorithm.
Scenario 2: The Double-Sided Scan
Input: A scanner created one file with all pages mixed: 1, 3, 5 then 2, 4, 6.
Action: User chooses "Odd/Even Split" mode.
Output: Two separate files ("Odd" and "Even") are created, ready to be merged correctly.
Scenario 3: The Book Chapter
Input: A student wants just Chapter 4 from a textbook.
Action: User clicks "Split by Bookmarks" or visually selects pages 120-145.
Output: A clean, standalone PDF containing only the required chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will splitting a PDF reduce its quality?
No. Our tool extracts the exact original pages without re-encoding them, so text sharpness, images, and formatting remain 100% identical to the original.
How does 'Split by Size' work?
We calculate the size of groups of pages and create a split point just before the file exceeds your specified limit (e.g., 20MB). This ensures every resulting file is safe to email.
Can I split a password-protected PDF?
Yes, but you will need to enter the password first to unlock the file for processing. We cannot crack passwords.
Is there a limit on the number of pages?
Since we process files in your browser, the limit depends on your device's RAM. We regularly test with documents containing 1000+ pages successfully.
Can I remove just one page?
Yes! Use the 'Extract' mode, select all pages (Select All), and then simply click to deselect the one page you want to remove. Or use 'Visual Extraction' to pick only the pages you want to keep.
Are my files secure?
Absolutely. PlatinumPDF operates entirely client-side. Your PDF data is never sent to our servers, ensuring total privacy for sensitive documents.
Does this tool work on Mac and Windows?
Yes, it works on any device with a modern web browser, including macOS, Windows, Linux, Chromebooks, iOS, and Android.