Are my files secure? Do you keep or review any of my files?

Every file uploaded is safeguarded with SSL encryption. We do not review the files you upload, and they are automatically deleted from our servers within 48 hours.

What's the difference between Range, Pages, and Size mode?

Range mode splits your PDF into one or more page-range output PDFs, either fixed-size groups or custom ranges you define. Pages mode either extracts every page as its own PDF or pulls the pages you pick into one PDF. Size mode breaks the PDF into chunks of up to a maximum file size you choose, and a single page bigger than that comes as a file of its own.

Will my split files be packaged together?

Select pages gives you one PDF, and so does a single custom range. Fixed ranges, Size mode, and two or more custom ranges come back as a zip, even when the zip holds only one PDF. Extract all pages gives you a zip with one PDF per page.

Split PDF Files

Break a PDF into ranges, single pages, or smaller files in seconds. Preview every page, pick exactly what you need, and download cleanly separated PDFs.

Split by page ranges, individual pages, or maximum file size.
Preview every page before you split—no guessing.
Free, fast, and works in any modern browser.

Drag and drop a PDF hereOr click to choose a file. Up to 100 MB.

We Make Splitting PDFs Easy

Break one PDF into many—exactly the way you need them.

Cleanly Separate Long PDFs

Pages keep their original quality and order. Pull out a single chapter, hand off only the pages a teammate needs, or break a long report into bite-sized files for easier email and review. Every output PDF arrives organized and ready to share.

Drop in your file, choose a split mode, and we deliver one or more clean PDFs in moments. Long packets, scanned books, and multi-section documents become manageable without losing any of the content you started with.

Three Ways to Split, One Simple Tool

PrintFriendly's Split PDF tool meets you where you are. Use Range mode to define exact page groups, Pages mode to extract specific pages or every page individually, or Size mode to break a large PDF into chunks that fit your storage or email limits.

You stay in control the whole way—preview thumbnails on the left, configure the split on the right, and ship a single, clearly-organized result.

How to Split a PDF File

Splitting a PDF with PrintFriendly is quick and effortless. Just follow these steps:

Step 1: Upload your PDF.
Step 2: Choose a split mode—Range, Pages, or Size.
Step 3: Configure the split (page numbers, ranges, or maximum size).
Step 4: Click Split PDF and download your separated files.

Why PrintFriendly is the Right Choice for Splitting PDFs

Whether you're isolating a single page or breaking a 500-page document into manageable chunks, our Split PDF tool gives you precise control with zero learning curve.

Precise Page Control

Define exact ranges, hand-pick individual pages, or size-cap your output. Every split mode is built to match a real workflow—pulling a contract clause, separating a scanned book by chapter, or trimming a report down to email-friendly sizes.

No Account Needed to Start

Upload your file and set up your split without signing up. A free account is only needed to download the split PDFs.

Confidential Document Processing

Your files are processed on secure servers and automatically deleted within 48 hours. Sensitive contracts, medical records, and internal documents stay private throughout the split.

Handles Large Documents

Multi-hundred-page PDFs split smoothly with the same precision as small ones. Upload generous documents at no extra cost and get back an organized set of output PDFs ready for sharing or archiving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Check out these commonly asked questions and answers about our service. Please feel free to contact us if you have any additional questions.

Are my files secure? Do you keep or review any of my files?
Every file uploaded is safeguarded with SSL encryption. We do not review the files you upload, and they are automatically deleted from our servers within 48 hours.
What's the difference between Range, Pages, and Size mode?
Range mode splits your PDF into one or more page-range output PDFs, either fixed-size groups or custom ranges you define. Pages mode either extracts every page as its own PDF or pulls the pages you pick into one PDF. Size mode breaks the PDF into chunks of up to a maximum file size you choose, and a single page bigger than that comes as a file of its own.
Will my split files be packaged together?
Select pages gives you one PDF, and so does a single custom range. Fixed ranges, Size mode, and two or more custom ranges come back as a zip, even when the zip holds only one PDF. Extract all pages gives you a zip with one PDF per page.