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Split PDF

Extract specific pages or split a PDF into separate files.

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big.pdf30 pages
part-1.pdf, part-2.pdf, part-3.pdf3 files

Split by page ranges

Sample output — your files never leave your device.

Frequently asked questions

How do I extract specific pages like 1-3 and 7?

Choose the page-range mode and type 1-3,7 — commas separate individual pages and ranges. The extracted pages download as one new PDF in order.

Can I turn a PDF into separate single-page files?

Yes — use the single-pages mode and every page becomes its own PDF, named and bundled in a ZIP for easy download.

Does splitting affect quality?

No. Pages are copied directly into new documents — text stays selectable and images keep full quality.

Can it split a password-protected PDF?

Encrypted PDFs can't be read without the password, so the tool will flag it. Remove the password in the source application first.

Is the original file modified?

Never — splitting always produces new files and leaves your original exactly as it was.

Is Split PDF free to use?

Yes. Split PDF is completely free on GenRise, with no limits, watermarks, or hidden paywalls.

Do I need to create an account or sign up?

No. Every GenRise tool works instantly in your browser — no account, email, or sign-up required.

Is my file uploaded to a server?

No. Split PDF runs entirely on-device using your browser, so your files are never uploaded or stored anywhere. All processing happens locally.

How does Split PDF work?

Split PDF uses your browser's built-in capabilities — Canvas, WebAssembly, and File APIs — to process files locally. Extract specific pages or split a PDF into separate files. Simply open the tool, select your file, and the result is generated instantly on your device.

Is Split PDF safe and private?

Yes. Since Split PDF processes everything in your browser, your files never leave your device. There is no server-side storage, no tracking of file contents, and no data collection.

Can I use Split PDF on mobile?

Yes. Split PDF works on any modern browser, including mobile devices. It is fully responsive and optimized for both desktop and mobile use.

About Split PDF

GenRise Split PDF pulls pages out of a PDF two ways: extract a custom selection — type a range like 1-3,5 — into one new PDF, or split the whole document into separate one-page PDFs bundled in a ZIP. It's the tool for pulling just the pages you need from a long document, or breaking a scan into individual pages. Splitting is done with pdf-lib in your browser — the file never leaves your device.

Key features

  • Extract custom page ranges (e.g. 1-3,5,8) into a single new PDF
  • Or split every page into separate PDFs delivered as a ZIP
  • Page count detected automatically on upload
  • Pages are copied losslessly — text and images unchanged
  • Original file untouched — output is always a new file
  • No upload, no sign-up, no page limits

How to use Split PDF

  1. 1Open the tool — no sign-up or installation needed. Split PDF works directly in your browser.
  2. 2Add your input — a file, text, or settings. Everything is processed in your browser; nothing is uploaded to a server.
  3. 3Adjust any options if needed. Extract specific pages or split a PDF into separate files.
  4. 4Copy or download your result instantly. It is generated locally on your device.

Common use cases

  • Extracting just the pages you need from a long report
  • Splitting a multi-document scan back into separate documents
  • Pulling a single invoice or chapter out of a bundle
  • Creating one-page files for portals that accept single pages
  • Sharing part of a PDF without sending the whole thing

100% Private — No uploads, ever

Split PDF runs entirely in your browser. Anything you enter or upload is processed locally and never sent to a server. There is no account required, no tracking of your content, and no data collection.

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