Split PDF

How to Split a PDF

1. 1 Drop your PDF file into the upload area above, or click to browse your device.
2. 2 Enter the page numbers you want to extract. Use commas to separate individual pages and dashes for ranges (e.g., "1-3, 5, 8-10").
3. 3 Click "Extract Pages" and download your new PDF containing only the selected pages.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I specify which pages to extract?

Enter page numbers separated by commas and use dashes for ranges. For example, "1-3, 5, 8-10" extracts pages 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 9, and 10. You can also use the quick buttons to select all pages, first page, last page, odd pages, or even pages. To combine the extracted pages with other documents, use Merge PDF.

Is my PDF uploaded to a server?

No. PDFArc processes your files entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Your PDF never leaves your device — no uploads, no server storage, complete privacy.

Can I split a password-protected PDF?

Password-protected PDFs cannot be processed. You need to remove the password protection first using your PDF reader, then use PDFArc to split the file.

Is there a page limit?

There is no hard limit on the number of pages. Since processing happens in your browser, very large PDFs (hundreds of pages) may take longer depending on your device.