Split PDF
Split PDF files into separate pages online for free. Extract pages from PDF or divide into multiple files. Works in your browser - no upload needed.
Features
- •Split PDF into Pages
- •Extract Specific Pages
Best for
- •Extract Important Pages
- •Split Large Documents
PDF Splitter (Extract Pages)
Extract just the pages you need — or split every page into its own PDF. Private in-browser processing, no uploads.
Upload PDF file
Drag a PDF file here or click to select
Notes
- Split PDFs into individual pages or extract specific pages
- Processing happens entirely in your browser - no data is uploaded
- When splitting all pages, each page is downloaded as a separate PDF
- When selecting pages, only the selected pages are extracted into a new PDF
Split vs. Extract: Choose the Right Mode
“Split” creates separate PDF files (useful for portals and uploads), while “Extract” creates one new PDF that contains only the pages you select (perfect for sharing a section without exposing the full document).
Split All Pages:
- 1. Upload PDF: Click or drag and drop your PDF file
- 2. Select Mode: Choose "Split All Pages"
- 3. Split: Click the button to split the PDF
- 4. Download: Each page will download as a separate PDF
Extract Specific Pages:
- 1. Upload PDF: Click or drag and drop your PDF file
- 2. Select Mode: Choose "Select Pages"
- 3. Choose Pages: Click on the pages you want to extract
- 4. Extract: Click to extract selected pages into one PDF
Why split PDFs with Toolisy?
- Local processing: your file stays on your device.
- Two workflows: split every page or extract a curated selection.
- Clean output: pages are preserved without re-rendering.
- Practical for limits: create smaller PDFs for uploads and email.
Real-world reasons to split or extract pages
- Share only pages 3–5: extract a section without sending the full PDF.
- Applications: upload a specific certificate page to a portal.
- Scans: split big scans into single pages for naming/archiving.
- Size limits: split a large PDF into smaller parts for email.
- Rebuild documents: extract the pages you need and then merge them with PDF Merger.
Suggested next steps
- Merge extracted parts with PDF Merger.
- Reduce file size with PDF Compressor.
- Rotate upside-down scans with PDF Rotator.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I split a PDF file?
Upload your PDF, choose “Split all pages” to create one PDF per page, or “Select pages” to extract only what you need. Everything is processed locally in your browser.
Can I extract specific pages from a PDF?
Yes! Select the "Select Pages" mode, upload your PDF, and click on the specific pages you want to extract. You can select multiple pages, and they will be combined into a single new PDF in the order you selected them.
Can I split a PDF for email or uploads with file limits?
Yes. Splitting is a great way to break large documents into smaller parts for portals that have size or page limits. You can also compress the result afterward.
Is it safe to split PDFs online?
Yes, it's completely safe! Our tool processes all PDF files directly in your browser using client-side JavaScript. No files are uploaded to any server, meaning your documents never leave your device. This ensures complete privacy and security for sensitive documents.
What happens to the original PDF after splitting?
The original PDF file remains unchanged on your device. The splitting process creates new PDF files without modifying your source document. You can split the same PDF multiple times in different ways without affecting the original.
Can I split password-protected PDFs?
Currently, password-protected or encrypted PDFs cannot be split without first removing the password protection. You'll need to decrypt your PDF before using the splitter tool. Once decrypted, you can split it normally.
Why does extracting pages take longer on big PDFs?
Because the operation runs locally in your browser, time depends on your device and the PDF size/complexity. For very large files, try extracting in smaller batches.
Do split PDFs maintain quality and formatting?
Yes! Our PDF splitter preserves 100% of the original quality, formatting, images, links, and text. All split pages maintain the exact same appearance as the original document. Text remains searchable and selectable.
Is the PDF splitter free to use?
Yes. It’s free to use without sign-up. Your files are processed locally in the browser.
What should I do after splitting?
You can merge extracted parts back together, compress for sharing, or rotate pages if the scan is upside down — all within Toolisy.
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