Split PDF Files Online for Free,
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Split PDFs by page range, extract specific pages, or divide them into equal sections in seconds. No installation or account required.
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How to split PDF files online in 3 quick steps
Split PDFs directly in your browser without installing software. Works across devices.
Upload your PDF
Click “Choose File” or drag and drop your PDF to upload it. Once loaded, you’ll see a live thumbnail preview of every page.
Set your PDF split points
Place split points between pages, or select a splitting mode such as every N pages, equal parts, or custom ranges.
Download your split PDF files
Click “Split PDF” and your files will be created in seconds, then downloaded together as one ZIP archive.
Flexible PDF splitting made simple
Use four flexible split modes with live page previews in a fast, secure, and free online tool.
Split PDF every N pages
Choose how many pages each file should contain and divide your PDF into equal sections. Create smaller files for chapters, sections, or other page groups.
Set custom page ranges
Define exactly which pages should go into each output file using ranges like 1-5, 7, or 9-12. Create separate PDFs from specific pages or page groups.
Place split points visually
Click between page thumbnails to place split points exactly where you want a new file to begin. Adjust the split points directly in the page preview.
Live preview your split files
View real page thumbnails as you set up your splits. The preview updates instantly so you can see how your PDF will be divided before processing.
Preserve your PDF content quality
Split your PDF without changing the original page content. Fonts, images, vectors, links, and other PDF elements are preserved in the resulting files.
Download files in one ZIP
Download multiple output files together in a single ZIP archive. Keep all your split PDFs organized and ready to save at once.
Choose your PDF splitting plan
Start without an account, get higher limits with a free account, or unlock unlimited splitting with Pro.
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Common Questions About Splitting PDFs
Find answers to common questions about splitting PDFs online.
How can I split a PDF online?
Upload your PDF above to open the split board with a preview of every page. Set split points between pages or choose a mode such as every N pages, equal parts, or custom ranges, then click “Split PDF.” Your files are created in seconds and downloaded together. No software or sign-up is required.
Can I separate selected pages from a PDF?
Yes. Select “Custom ranges” and enter the pages or ranges you want, such as 1-3, 7, or 10-15. Each range is saved as a separate PDF file. To create one PDF for every page, select “Every N pages” and set the interval to 1. If you need to make other changes before splitting, you can edit your PDF online first.
What is the maximum PDF size I can split?
Users without an account can split PDFs up to 100 MB, while free account users can process files up to 200 MB. Pro subscribers can split PDFs up to 1 GB per task, making it suitable for high-resolution design files, technical drawings, and scanned document archives.
Does splitting a PDF affect its quality?
No. PDF Awesome splits the document at the PDF structure level instead of re-rendering or re-compressing its content. Fonts, images, vector graphics, embedded links, and other PDF elements are preserved at their original quality.
Can I split a password-protected PDF?
Yes. You need to remove the password before splitting the file. Use the Unlock PDF tool to remove the password, then upload the unlocked document to the PDF splitter.
Is it safe to split PDFs online?
Yes. Uploads are protected with 256-bit SSL encryption, and files are processed on isolated servers and permanently deleted within 60 minutes. PDF Awesome is GDPR compliant and aligned with ISO/IEC 27001 security principles. No employee has access to your uploaded content.
Can I split a PDF on my phone or tablet?
Yes. The PDF splitter works directly in your browser. So there is no app to install. You can use the splitting tool on iPhone, iPad, Android, or desktop browsers with the same splitting options across devices.
Can I download all split PDF files together?
Yes. After splitting your document, PDF Awesome creates the resulting PDF files and lets you download them together. This saves you from having to process or download each resulting file individually, especially when a document is divided into several sections.
Can I preview my PDF before splitting it?
Yes. The split board displays a preview of the pages in your PDF before you split it. You can review the document and use the page previews to determine how you want to divide the file before creating the separate PDFs.
How can I combine split PDF files again?
Use the Merge PDF tool to combine your split files. Upload the PDFs, arrange them in the required order, and click “Merge PDF” to create a single document.
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