How to Split a PDF Into Separate Files (Free)
Break one PDF into single pages or custom ranges, right in your browser.
Updated July 2026 · 2 min read Files never leave your device
Quick answer
To split a PDF, open Split PDF, upload your file, and choose how to split it — every page, custom ranges, or every few pages. Click split and download the results as a ZIP. It's free and runs in your browser, so nothing is uploaded.
How to split a PDF
- 1Open Split PDF and upload your document.
- 2Pick a method: every page into its own file, custom page ranges, or every N pages.
- 3Click Split PDF.
- 4Download your new files, bundled in a ZIP.
Split vs. extract vs. delete
- Use Split PDF to break a file into many files.
- Use Extract PDF Pages to pull chosen pages into one new file.
- Use Delete PDF Pages to remove pages and keep the rest.
Is it private?
Yes. Your PDF is processed on your device. It is never uploaded, stored, or seen by anyone. That makes it safe for private documents like statements or contracts.
Frequently asked questions
Can I split a PDF into single pages?＋
Yes. Split PDF can save every page as its own file, or split by custom ranges like 1-3 and 8-10.
Does splitting a PDF lower its quality?＋
No. Splitting copies the exact pages into new files, so quality stays the same.