Is this PDF splitter really free?

Yes, completely free with no limits, no watermarks, and no signup required. You can split as many PDFs as you want, as many times as you need.

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. Everything is processed directly in your browser using JavaScript. Your files never leave your device — no data is sent to any server. This makes it faster and more private than other PDF tools.

What split modes are available?

Five modes: Split by Range lets you define custom page ranges (e.g., 1-3, 4-6, 7-10). Every N Pages splits your PDF at regular intervals. Extract Pages lets you click specific pages to extract into a new PDF. Remove Pages lets you select pages to delete while keeping the rest. Even/Odd splits your PDF into two files — one with even-numbered pages, one with odd-numbered pages.

Is there a page limit?

There is no hard limit for most PDFs. We recommend files under 200 pages for the best thumbnail preview experience. PDFs up to 500 pages are supported. Since everything runs in your browser, very large files may be slower depending on your device.

Can I split a password-protected PDF?

The tool attempts to open encrypted PDFs, but strongly protected files may not work. If your PDF requires a password to open, you will need to unlock it first.

Can I remove specific pages from a PDF?

Yes. Use the 'Remove' mode to click the pages you want to delete. The remaining pages are saved as a new PDF. This is the easiest way to remove unwanted pages without creating multiple output files.

How do I split even and odd pages?

Select the 'Even/Odd' split mode. It automatically creates two output files — one with all odd-numbered pages and one with all even-numbered pages. This is useful for separating double-sided scanned documents.

Does this work on mobile?

Yes. The tool is fully responsive and works on phones and tablets. Tap pages to select them, and use any of the five split modes on touch devices.

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How It Works

1. Upload PDF

Drag and drop your PDF onto the upload area, or click to browse and select a file.

2. Choose Split Method

Split by range, every N pages, extract or remove specific pages, or separate even and odd pages.

3. Download Results

Click split, then download individual PDFs or a ZIP archive with all files.

Split PDFs Without Uploading Your Files

Most online PDF splitting tools require you to upload your documents to a remote server. Your files travel across the internet, sit on someone else's infrastructure, and you have to trust that they're deleted afterward. This tool works differently — everything runs directly in your web browser. Your PDF is processed on your device using JavaScript, and no data is ever sent to a server.

This means faster processing (no upload/download wait), complete privacy (your file stays on your machine), and it works offline once the page has loaded. Whether you're extracting chapters from a textbook, removing pages from a contract, or splitting a scanned batch, your data stays yours.

Five Ways to Split Your PDF

This tool offers five different split modes to cover every use case. Split by Range lets you define custom page ranges — enter "1-3, 4-6, 7-10" and get three separate PDFs. Every N Pages splits your document at regular intervals — set it to 1 to get one PDF per page. Extract Pages lets you click individual pages and extract them into a single PDF. Remove Pages is the inverse — click pages to delete, and keep everything else. And Even/Odd splits your PDF into two files for double-sided scan separation.

How the Split Works

The split process uses pdf-lib, an open-source JavaScript library for PDF manipulation. When you split, the tool reads the PDF structure and copies the selected pages into new documents. The original formatting, fonts, images, and links are preserved exactly. When splitting into multiple files, you can download them individually or as a single ZIP archive.

When to Use a PDF Splitter

Extracting chapters or sections — pull specific pages from a textbook, manual, or report to share individually.
Removing unwanted pages — delete blank pages, cover sheets, or confidential sections before sharing a document.
Splitting scanned batches — when you scan multiple documents into one PDF, split them back into individual files.
Preparing submissions — extract specific pages required by an application or form submission.
Separating double-sided scans — use even/odd split to separate front and back pages from a duplex scan.

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