Split PDF
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Need to extract specific pages from a large PDF or break a document into smaller parts? OpenPDF's split tool lets you do both in seconds. Choose between extracting a contiguous page range or splitting every page into its own individual PDF file.
The extract range mode is perfect for pulling out a chapter from a textbook, isolating specific sections of a report, or separating the pages you need from a lengthy document. Simply enter the start and end page numbers and download the extracted section as a new PDF file.
The split all mode creates one PDF per page and packages them into a convenient ZIP archive. This is useful when you need to distribute individual pages to different people, upload single-page documents to a system that requires them, or organize a scanned document into separate records.
Like all OpenPDF tools, splitting happens entirely in your browser. Your PDF is processed using JavaScript on your device — nothing is sent to any external server. This keeps your documents completely private and means the tool works even without an internet connection after the page has loaded.
The original PDF is never modified. OpenPDF creates new files from copies of the selected pages, preserving all formatting, images, fonts, and vector graphics exactly as they appear in the source document.
Frequently asked questions
Can I extract non-contiguous pages?
The current tool supports extracting a contiguous range. For non-contiguous pages, run the extract multiple times with different ranges, then merge the results.
What format is the download when splitting all pages?
You receive a ZIP archive containing one PDF per page, named page_1.pdf, page_2.pdf, and so on.
Does splitting affect the quality of the pages?
No. Pages are copied exactly as they appear in the original. Text, images, and formatting are preserved without any loss.
Is there a page limit for splitting?
There is no enforced limit. Very large documents with hundreds of pages will still work, though processing time depends on your device.
Will this modify my original PDF?
No. The original file is read but never changed. New PDF files are created from copies of the selected pages.