Split PDF

Cut a large PDF into smaller parts or extract only the pages you need with PDFLUX Split PDF. This online tool lets you select page ranges or specific pages and create new PDFs in just a few clicks. As a result, you can keep your documents organized, share only what matters, and reduce file size. You do all of this in your browser, for free, with no software to install.

“Use PDFLUX Split PDF only with documents you own or are allowed to edit”.

How to Split PDF Online

1. First, click “Use Tool Now”
   Open the PDFLUX Split PDF tool in your browser.
2. Then upload your PDF file
   Drag and drop your PDF into the upload area, or click to choose it from your computer, phone, or tablet.
3. Next, choose how you want to split
   Select a method, such as by page range (for example, pages 1–5), by specific pages (1, 3, 7), or into equal parts if the tool offers this option.
4. After that, confirm your split settings
   Check the ranges and the number of new PDFs you will create. Adjust any values before you continue.
5. Finally, click “Split PDF” and download
   The tool creates the new files. Then you can download one or all of the split PDFs to your device.

Features

✅ Extract specific pages – Pull out only the pages you actually need
✅ Split by range or evenly – Cut PDFs by page ranges or into equal parts, if supported
✅ Handle large documents – Work with long reports, ebooks, or combined scans
✅ Keep original quality – Text, images, and layout stay the same in the new files
✅ Secure and private – Splitting happens in your browser on your device
✅ No sign‑up needed – Use the tool right away, without creating an account
✅ Fast processing – Split even long PDFs in just a few seconds
✅ Works on any device – Desktop, laptop, tablet, or phone

Why use PDFLUX Split PDF?

PDFLUX Split PDF helps you take control of big or cluttered documents. Instead of sending or storing one huge file, you can break it into smaller, focused PDFs. This is useful when you want to share only one chapter, send a single section to a client, or keep personal pages separate from work pages.

Because the tool runs in your browser, you can split PDFs at home, at the office, or on the go. Students, freelancers, and teams can all use it to manage documents in a quick and simple way.

Strong privacy with in‑browser processing

Privacy is important, especially when your PDFs hold personal or business information. For that reason, PDFLUX Split PDF focuses on client‑side processing whenever possible. In simple terms, the split step runs inside your browser, so your file stays on your device during the process. Because of this, the tool works well for contracts, invoices, reports, school records, and many other private documents. In addition, we do not scan your content for ads or sell your data.

Fast and simple workflow

Splitting a PDF should feel easy, not complex. Therefore, the interface stays clean and direct. You upload a file, select how you want to split it, confirm the ranges, and click a button. As a result, you can prepare new PDFs in less time than it takes to rename files manually.

Completely free to use

Many PDF programs charge for advanced tools like splitting. However, PDFLUX Split PDF is free. You do not need a trial, subscription, or credit card. Instead, you can visit the site whenever you like, split as many PDFs as you need, and download all your new files without cost. Consequently, students, small businesses, and home users get strong PDF tools without extra spending.

Common Use Cases

Extract Key Sections for Sharing

Often a large PDF holds many different parts, but you only need one of them. With PDFLUX, you can:

• Extract chapters from ebooks or manuals
• Pull out appendices, tables, or charts from reports
• Share only one contract section or one policy part with a client

In this way, the people you share with receive just the pages that matter to them.

Separate Large Documents into Smaller Files

Very large PDFs can be slow to open and hard to manage. Instead of keeping one huge file, you can:

• Split a long report into parts like “Part 1”, “Part 2”, and so on
• Break a training manual into modules or lessons
• Divide a project file into separate phases or deliverables

As a result, each file becomes easier to open, send, and read.

Create Custom PDFs for Work or School

Different people often need different parts of the same PDF. With Split PDF, you can:

• Build custom client packs from a larger set of slides and documents
• Create student handouts by splitting only the relevant chapters
• Assemble meeting or workshop materials from specific sections

Because of this, you can tailor each PDF to its audience without re‑creating content.

Prepare Files for Printing or Archiving

Sometimes you want to print or archive only certain pages. Therefore, you can:

• Split out receipts or invoices from a long financial PDF
• Keep signed pages in a separate file for legal records
• Create small archive PDFs for each month, quarter, or year

This approach keeps your archives neat and your print jobs focused.

Tips for Best Results

💡 Plan your page ranges first:
Before you upload, open the original PDF in a viewer and note which pages you need. This makes it easier to enter the correct ranges later.

💡 Use clear names for new files:
After splitting, rename the new PDFs with clear titles (for example, Report-Part1.pdf, Invoice-Jan.pdf). In this way, you can find them quickly in the future.

💡 Avoid splitting tiny files:
If a PDF only has a few pages, splitting may not help much. Instead, use this tool mainly for medium or large documents.

💡 Check the split results:
After download, open each new PDF and scroll through it. Confirm that the pages match the ranges you selected and that nothing is missing.

💡 Keep an original backup:
Always keep the original full PDF in a safe place. Then, if you need a different split later, you can start fresh without worrying about lost pages.

FAQ

Is it secure?

Yes. PDFLUX Split PDF treats your documents with care. The splitting process often runs inside your browser, so your PDF stays on your device while you work. In addition, we do not scan your content for ads, and we do not sell your data. The site also uses HTTPS, which helps protect your connection while you upload and download.

Can I use it on Mac?

Yes, you can use PDFLUX Split PDF on a Mac. It also works on Windows, Linux, Chromebooks, and most phones and tablets. You only need a modern browser such as Safari, Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. Therefore, you do not need extra software to split your PDFs.

Is splitting PDFs really free?

Yes. The Split PDF tool is fully free. You can open the page, upload your PDF, set your split options, and download all the new files without paying or creating an account. Moreover, you can repeat this process as often as you like.

Can I split a very long PDF?

Yes. You can split long PDFs, such as big reports or ebooks. Very large files may take a bit more time, but the steps stay the same. If your device is older, you can first split the document into a few large parts and then split those parts further.

Will the quality change?

No. Splitting a PDF does not change the content. Text, images, and layout stay the same in the new files. The tool simply creates new PDFs from the selected pages.

Can I split scanned PDFs?

Yes. You can split scanned PDFs just like normal text‑based PDFs. The tool works with pages as they are, whether they contain text, images, or scans.

Security & Privacy

• 🔒 In‑browser processing: Splitting runs with JavaScript on your device (client side) whenever possible.
• 🔒 No long‑term storage: We do not keep your PDFs after you finish the task.
• 🔒 No account needed: You can split files without sign‑up or personal details.
• 🔒 Encrypted connection: HTTPS helps protect data while it moves between your device and our site.
• 🔒 No content sale: We do not read, sell, or trade the content of your documents.

Browser Compatibility

PDFLUX Split PDF works well on most modern browsers, so you can pick the one you prefer:

• ✅ Google Chrome
• ✅ Mozilla Firefox
• ✅ Apple Safari (on macOS and iOS)
• ✅ Microsoft Edge
• ✅ Other Chromium‑based browsers like Brave and Opera

If you keep your browser updated, you can use the tool without any plug‑ins or add‑ons.

Related Tools

After you split your PDF, you may also find these PDFLUX tools helpful:

• Merge PDF – Combine selected split files back into a new document
• Compress PDF – Reduce the size of your new PDFs for faster sharing
• Protect PDF – Add passwords to sensitive parts after splitting
• Unlock PDF – Remove passwords from files you own before you split them
• Rotate PDF – Fix the orientation of pages before or after splitting

Technical Details

• Input format: Standard PDF files from scanners, printers, and apps
• Output format: One or more standard PDFs based on your page ranges
• Split methods: By page range, specific pages, or equal parts (depending on options)
• Typical max size: Often up to around 50 MB per file, depending on your browser and device memory
• Content handling: Text, images, fonts, and layout stay the same; only the page sets change

Need Help?

If you have trouble splitting a PDF, you can try these quick checks:

• First, make sure the file opens correctly in a PDF reader
• Then, double‑check your page ranges to avoid gaps or overlaps
• Next, try splitting a smaller range if your browser feels slow
• After that, update your browser to the latest version and try again

If these steps do not solve the problem, you can contact the PDFLUX support team through the support or contact page on the site.

Start using PDFLUX Split PDF now to break big documents into smaller, focused files—fast, simple, and secure.