How to Split PDF Files Online for Free
Splitting PDFs is essential when you need to share only specific sections of a large document, remove confidential pages before distribution, or break a multi-chapter document into individual files. Our free PDF splitter handles all these scenarios without uploading your files anywhere.
Common scenarios include extracting a single chapter from an ebook, pulling specific pages from a scanned document, removing blank pages from a scan, or creating separate files from a combined report. All processing happens in your browser using JavaScript, so your sensitive documents remain completely private.
The tool supports splitting by page ranges (e.g., pages 1-5, 10-15), extracting individual pages, and splitting every page into separate files. You can also delete unwanted pages and save the remaining document.
| Feature | JumpTools | Smallpdf | iLovePDF | Adobe Acrobat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free forever | $108/year | $48/year | $239.88/year |
| File Upload Required | No (local) | Yes (cloud) | Yes (cloud) | Yes (cloud) |
| Split by Range | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Extract Pages | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Delete Pages | Yes | Premium | Premium | Yes |
| Account Required | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Privacy | 100% local | Cloud processed | Cloud processed | Cloud processed |
Common PDF Split Use Cases
Share Specific Sections: Extract only the relevant pages from a lengthy report to share with colleagues who don't need the full document.
Remove Confidential Pages: Delete pages containing sensitive information before sharing a document externally.
Organize Scanned Documents: Split a batch-scanned document into individual files for proper filing and organization.
Create Handouts: Extract specific pages from a presentation or textbook to create focused handouts for students or attendees.