Can I extract just one page from a PDF and save it as a new file?

Yes. Specify a single page number like 7 to export only that page as a standalone PDF. This is useful for sharing one invoice from a statement packet, one slide from a conference deck, or one signed form from a closing document. The extracted PDF preserves fonts, images, and vector graphics from the original page without recompression artifacts.

How many separate PDFs can I create from one split operation?

Define as many ranges as needed — for example, split a textbook into twelve chapter files by entering twelve ranges. Rankify does not limit segment count for free users. Very large documents may take longer on mobile devices, so consider splitting on desktop browsers with more RAM when working with scanned thousand-page archives. Batch results download conveniently as a ZIP when multiple outputs are produced.

Will splitting a PDF reduce image quality inside the pages?

No. Split PDF copies page content into new files without re-encoding embedded images, similar to our merge tool. Text and graphics remain identical to the source. If you later compress splits for email, use Compress PDF as a separate deliberate step so you control quality trade-offs. Password-protected PDFs should be unlocked first for reliable splitting.

Can I split a PDF on my phone before emailing one section to a colleague?

Yes. Open Split PDF in mobile Safari or Chrome, select your file from Downloads or cloud storage apps, and define the page range to extract. The split PDF can be shared through your phone’s native share sheet without transferring the full original. Mobile memory limits apply to very large scans, but typical business PDFs split quickly on modern phones.

What is the difference between splitting and removing pages from a PDF?

Split PDF creates multiple new files from selected ranges while leaving the concept of division explicit — ideal when each chapter becomes its own deliverable. Remove PDF Pages deletes unwanted pages inside a single output document — better when you want one cleaned file instead of several. Use Split when recipients need separate attachments; use Remove when you trim junk pages from one report.

Are confidential PDFs uploaded when I use Rankify Split PDF?

Never. Your document is processed entirely in browser memory on your machine. Rankify does not transmit PDF bytes to rankify.in servers. This local model suits legal discovery, patient records, and proprietary engineering drawings that must not touch third-party infrastructure. Disconnect from the internet after page load and splitting still works.

How should I name and organize PDFs after splitting a large scanned binder?

After downloading the ZIP, rename each split file with chapter numbers or client matter IDs for clarity. Merge PDF can recombine splits later if you change your mind about grouping. For archival systems, split along logical boundaries — contracts vs exhibits — so search and retrieval stay manageable. Add Page Numbers PDF afterward if each split needs continuous numbering across a series.

How do I enter multiple page ranges at once?

Use semicolons between ranges — for example 1-3;5-7;10 splits pages 1 through 3, 5 through 7, and page 10 into separate output files.

When do I get a ZIP instead of a single PDF?

If the split produces more than one output file — such as splitting every page or multiple ranges — the tool bundles them in a ZIP. A single-range extraction downloads one PDF directly.

Can I split only odd or even pages?

Use selected pages mode and pick the pages you need, or use every N pages when your pattern is regular (for example every 2 pages for a duplex scan split).

Does splitting reduce image quality inside pages?

Split copies existing page content without re-encoding images, so visual quality matches the source PDF.

Can I split a password-protected PDF?

Unlock the PDF first with Unlock PDF if you have the password, then split the unencrypted copy.

What if I enter a range beyond the document length?

Invalid ranges may be skipped or produce an error depending on the input. Check total page count in the preview before splitting.

How do I split a 200-page scan into 20-page chunks?

Choose split every N pages and set N to 20. You will receive a ZIP of ten PDFs, each with twenty pages (the last file may be shorter if pages do not divide evenly).

Can I split on mobile?

Yes on modern phones and tablets, though large files are easier to manage on desktop browsers with more available memory.

Will split files keep the same page size as the original?

Yes. Each extracted segment preserves the dimensions and content of its source pages.

Can I split then merge sections back in a different order?

Yes. Split into parts, review each file, then use Merge PDF to recombine in a new sequence.

Does split work on PDFs with mixed portrait and landscape pages?

Yes. Each extracted page keeps its original orientation and size from the source document.

How is split different from Remove PDF Pages?

Split creates new files containing only the pages you want to keep. Remove PDF Pages deletes selected pages from one file and returns a single trimmed PDF.

Split PDF

Split PDF — Free Online

Split any PDF by page range, selected pages, or every N pages. Save separate files or a ZIP archive free in your browser. No signup.

or drag and drop a PDF here

Split PDF

Why split a PDF by page range

A 200-page handbook is overkill when someone only needs the PTO policy section. Split PDF extracts page ranges into separate files — by chapter, by exhibit, or one page at a time — without installing desktop software.

Send only the pages people need

Upload a PDF, pick ranges like 1-5 or 10-15, and download separate files or a ZIP. Extraction runs locally in your browser.

Free · Range syntax · ZIP export

Flexible split modes

Split every page, selected pages, custom ranges (1-3;5-7), or every N pages for regular scan batches.

ZIP when multiple outputs

Several ranges download bundled in one ZIP so you do not click save twelve times.

No upload to servers

Discovery documents and patient records stay on your device during extraction.

Original quality preserved

Split copies page streams without re-encoding — text and images match the source.

Features

Key features — Split PDF

Everything below the converter reflects how Split PDF actually works — settings, inputs, outputs, and privacy.

Load any standard PDF

Open the file from disk. Preview total page count before choosing how to divide it.

Range syntax

Enter 1-3;5-7;10 to create three output files from non-contiguous sections in one pass.

Split every N pages

Turn a 200-page scan into ten 20-page chunks for email or archival storage.

Selected pages mode

Pick individual pages from a grid when you need one invoice from a statement packet.

Local extraction

Page copying happens in browser memory. No bytes sent to a remote API.

Unlock first if needed

Password-protected PDFs should go through Unlock PDF before splitting.

How it works

How to use Split PDF

Follow these steps in the converter above — the UI matches this workflow.

1
Load the PDF You Want to Split
Open your PDF locally in Rankify. The file stays on your device — nothing uploads to external servers.
Tip: Double-check file order before processing — reordering after export wastes time.
2
Define Page Ranges or Select Pages
Enter ranges like 1-5 and 10-15, or pick individual pages to extract into separate PDF files.
Tip: Preview the output once in your normal PDF viewer before sending to clients or portals.
3
Preview Split Segments Before Export
Review how many output files will be created and verify page boundaries match your intended chapters.
Tip: On mobile, use Files or gallery pickers and confirm the last page in the queue.
4
Download Split PDFs or ZIP Bundle
Save each segment as its own PDF or download all splits packaged in a convenient ZIP archive.
Tip: If the result exceeds upload limits, run Compress PDF on the finished file.

Formats

Supported file types

Inputs and outputs for Split PDF — based on the live converter.

PDF.pdf

PDF is accepted as input for this workflow. Upload a PDF and choose how to split: every page as its own file, only selected pages, custom ranges like 1-3;5-7, or every N pages. The tool extracts pages locally and downloads a single PDF when there is one output, or a ZIP when multiple files are created. Use sources exported directly from the app that created them when possible — re-saving through unrelated tools can flatten layers or strip metadata you may need later.

Use it for

PDF exports from your authoring app
Files that open correctly in your browser preview
Single-document sessions on desktop or mobile

One or more PDF files (ZIP if multiple).

Benefits

Benefits of Split PDF

Why teams pick a browser tool instead of installing another desktop suite for one-off PDF tasks.

One focused workflow

Split PDF does one job well instead of burying the action inside a suite you open twice a year.

Accurate to the UI

Documented inputs (PDF) and outputs (One or more PDF files (ZIP if multiple).) match the live converter.

Local processing

Files stay in browser memory during conversion — no account and no upload queue.

Works across devices

Modern Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari on desktop and mobile can run the same URL.

Chains with other PDF tools

Follow up with merge, split, compress, rotate, protect, or watermark steps on the same site.

Free without watermarks

Exports are clean for client, school, and office submissions — no forced trial branding.

One oversized PDF vs targeted extracts

Without this tool

Recipients download pages they do not need
Sharing one chapter means forwarding everything
Large files fail portal upload caps
Slower to open on phones

With Rankify

Send only the relevant page ranges
Smaller files per recipient
Easier to archive sections separately
Faster review on mobile devices

Use cases

Who uses Split PDF

Real scenarios where this tool saves time compared with desktop software or upload-based converters.

Textbook chapters

Extract chapter 4 alone when the full PDF exceeds the LMS upload limit.

Court exhibits

Pull pages 12–18 into a standalone exhibit while the main brief stays separate.

HR policy sections

Send employees just the benefits chapter from a full employee handbook.

Real estate disclosures

Forward only the disclosure addendum, not the entire purchase agreement.

One slide from a deck

Export slide 7 for client sign-off without sharing the full presentation PDF.

Archive quarterly splits

Divide a year-long scan batch into Q1–Q4 files for easier retrieval.

Single invoice extraction

Save page 3 as its own PDF from a multi-page vendor statement.

Print one section

Print the appendix without sending the full 300-page document to the copier.

Compare

Why Rankify for Split PDF

Desktop suites, mobile apps, and upload-based websites all offer ways to handle PDF tasks — but the trade-offs differ. Split PDF on Rankify targets the middle ground: real controls from the live UI, no install, and files that stay in your browser for standard PDF workflows.

Criteria	Rankify	Offline software	Typical online tools
Install required	No — runs in the browser	Yes — Acrobat, Word, etc.	Usually no
Account / signup	Not required	Often tied to license login	Frequently required for saves
File upload to server	No — local processing	No	Yes — typical model
Watermark on free export	No watermark	Depends on license	Common on free tiers
Works on locked-down PC	Yes if browser allowed	Often blocked by IT	Yes, but uploads may violate policy
Cost for occasional use	Free	Subscription or license	Free with limits or ads

Privacy

Privacy and security

How Split PDF handles your files in the browser.

Rankify Split PDF is built for people who need a result now but do not want documents sitting on a stranger's server. Load the page, add files, process, download — the bytes stay in browser memory on your machine. We do not track file contents for conversion purposes. Treat the downloaded PDF like any sensitive file: share only with intended recipients and store it according to your retention rules.

Browser-side processing

Documents decode and export happen in your tab using client-side code, not a remote rendering farm.

No upload storage

We do not keep copies of your PDFs on server disks after the tab closes.

No registration gate

There is no login step that links your identity to the files you process.

Sensible for sensitive work

Local processing fits policies that discourage sending PII to unknown SaaS converters.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Split PDF — inputs, output, privacy, and workflow tips.

Navigate to rankify.in/split-pdf, open your document, and enter page ranges such as 1-10 for the introduction and 11-25 for the appendix. Rankify extracts each range into a separate PDF inside your browser using local PDF manipulation libraries. No executable install, no paid Acrobat subscription, and no account signup stands between you and finished files. Download individual splits or a ZIP containing every segment.

Ready to use Split PDF?

Split any PDF by page range, selected pages, or every N pages. Save separate files or a ZIP archive free in your browser. No signup. Open the converter above, process your file, and download in minutes — free, private, and aligned with the live tool.

Merge PDF sections

Criteria

Rankify

Offline software

Typical online tools

Install required

No — runs in the browser

Yes — Acrobat, Word, etc.

Usually no

Account / signup

Not required

Often tied to license login

Frequently required for saves

File upload to server

No — local processing

Yes — typical model

Watermark on free export

No watermark

Depends on license

Common on free tiers

Works on locked-down PC

Yes if browser allowed

Often blocked by IT

Yes, but uploads may violate policy

Cost for occasional use

Free

Subscription or license

Free with limits or ads

Split PDF — Free Online

Send only the pages people need

Flexible split modes

ZIP when multiple outputs

No upload to servers

Original quality preserved

Load any standard PDF

Range syntax

Split every N pages

Selected pages mode

Local extraction

Unlock first if needed

Load the PDF You Want to Split

Define Page Ranges or Select Pages

Preview Split Segments Before Export

Download Split PDFs or ZIP Bundle

Use it for

One focused workflow

Accurate to the UI

Local processing

Works across devices

Chains with other PDF tools

Free without watermarks

One oversized PDF vs targeted extracts

Without this tool

With Rankify

Textbook chapters

Court exhibits

HR policy sections

Real estate disclosures

One slide from a deck

Archive quarterly splits

Single invoice extraction

Print one section

Browser-side processing

No upload storage

No registration gate

Sensible for sensitive work

How do I split a PDF by page range online free without downloading desktop software?

Can I extract just one page from a PDF and save it as a new file?

How many separate PDFs can I create from one split operation?

Will splitting a PDF reduce image quality inside the pages?

Can I split a PDF on my phone before emailing one section to a colleague?

What is the difference between splitting and removing pages from a PDF?

Are confidential PDFs uploaded when I use Rankify Split PDF?

How should I name and organize PDFs after splitting a large scanned binder?

How do I enter multiple page ranges at once?

When do I get a ZIP instead of a single PDF?

Can I split only odd or even pages?

Does splitting reduce image quality inside pages?

Can I split a password-protected PDF?

What if I enter a range beyond the document length?

How do I split a 200-page scan into 20-page chunks?

Can I split on mobile?

Will split files keep the same page size as the original?

Can I split then merge sections back in a different order?

Does split work on PDFs with mixed portrait and landscape pages?

How is split different from Remove PDF Pages?

Merge PDF

Remove PDF Pages

Compress PDF

PDF to Image

Rotate PDF

PDF to PowerPoint

Ready to use Split PDF?

Split PDF — Free Online

Send only the pages people need

Flexible split modes

ZIP when multiple outputs

No upload to servers

Original quality preserved

Load any standard PDF

Range syntax

Split every N pages

Selected pages mode

Local extraction

Unlock first if needed

Load the PDF You Want to Split

Define Page Ranges or Select Pages

Preview Split Segments Before Export