Extract specific pages or split PDFs into multiple documents. Intelligent page detection, multiple split methods, and complete privacy.
Drop your PDF here or click to browse (Supports files up to 50MB)
Split your PDF into multiple documents based on page ranges. Perfect for creating chapters or sections.
Automatically split your PDF into smaller files with equal number of pages. Great for batch processing.
Choose individual pages to extract. Select multiple pages or ranges to create custom documents.
Common scenarios where PDF splitting saves time and effort
Extract specific chapters or references from lengthy research papers and academic documents.
Separate executive summaries, financial data, and appendix sections for targeted sharing.
Split multi-page contracts into individual sections for review by different parties.
Create separate PDFs for different projects or clients from a master portfolio file.
Compare features with other PDF tools
| Feature | The PDF Buddy | Other Free Tools | Paid Software |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free to Use | ✓ Completely Free | ✓ Free | ✗ Paid |
| No Watermarks | ✓ No Watermarks | ✗ Adds Watermarks | ✓ No Watermarks |
| No Registration | ✓ No Signup Needed | ✗ Requires Account | ✗ Requires Account |
| Browser-Based | ✓ Works in Browser | ✓ Browser-Based | ✗ Installation Required |
| File Size Limit | ✓ 50MB per File | ✗ 10-20MB Limit | ✓ Large Files |
| Security | ✓ 256-bit Encryption | ✗ Server Upload | ✓ Secure |
| Split Methods | ✓ 3 Methods | ✗ 1-2 Methods | ✓ Multiple Methods |
Everything you need to know about PDF splitting
Our PDF splitter works entirely in your browser. When you upload a PDF, we load it into memory, extract the selected pages, and create new PDF documents. No files are uploaded to our servers, ensuring complete privacy.
Yes! You can split password-protected PDFs. You'll need to enter the password when uploading the file. The split files will inherit the same password protection unless you choose to remove it.
You can split PDFs up to 50MB in size. There's no limit on the number of pages. For larger files, we recommend compressing them first using our PDF Compressor tool.
No, splitting preserves the original quality of your PDF. All text, images, and formatting remain intact. You can optionally enable compression to reduce file size if needed.
Yes! Our tool generates preview thumbnails of all pages. You can visually select pages by clicking on thumbnails, making it easy to choose exactly which pages to extract.
