What does a range like `13-` mean?

An open-ended range: page 13 through to the last page. You can also write `-5` for pages one to five.

Will the split files keep bookmarks and links?

Page content, text and images are preserved exactly. Document-level bookmarks that point outside a split range are dropped, since their targets no longer exist.

Are my files uploaded anywhere?

No. Every operation runs inside your browser tab using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Nothing is transmitted to MyToolyard or any third party, and nothing is stored after you close the tab.

Is there a file size or page limit?

There is no artificial limit — the practical ceiling is your device's memory. Files up to roughly 100MB are comfortable on a modern laptop; very large scanned documents are best processed in smaller batches.

Does it work on a phone or tablet?

Yes. The interface is fully responsive and touch-friendly. Very large documents will be slower on mobile because processing uses the device's own CPU and memory.

Split PDF

Break a PDF into ranges, fixed chunks or single pages — or pull out exactly the pages you need.

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Region: global

Drop a PDF to split

Click, drag or paste — processing happens on your device

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Split PDF — Overview

About this tool

What is Split PDF?

Split PDF breaks one document into several smaller PDFs — by explicit page ranges, into fixed-size chunks, or into one file per page. Everything happens inside the browser, so even sensitive documents can be split safely.

It is the natural counterpart to merging: where merge assembles, split isolates. A 200-page scanned bundle becomes a set of clearly named per-chapter files; a combined bank statement becomes one PDF per month.

When more than one file is produced, the results are packaged into a ZIP archive so a single click gets you everything.

What it does

What does Split PDF do?

Three splitting modes cover essentially every real-world need:

Custom ranges — enter `1-5, 6-12, 13-` to produce one PDF per range
Every N pages — chop a long document into even chunks automatically
One file per page — burst a document into individual pages
Automatic ZIP packaging when the split produces multiple files
Clear, predictable output filenames based on the source document
Original page quality, size and fonts preserved exactly

How to use

How to use Split PDF

1
Drop your PDF
Add the document you want to split. The tool reads its page count immediately so you know what you are working with.
2
Choose how to split
Pick custom ranges, a fixed chunk size, or one file per page. Ranges accept open ends, so `20-` means page 20 to the end.
3
Download the results
Single output downloads as a PDF; multiple outputs arrive as a ZIP you can extract anywhere.

Good to know

Privacy & cost

This tool runs entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded, logged, or saved on our servers — safe for confidential or proprietary data.

Use cases & scenarios

Where it fits

Sharing one chapter

Send a colleague only the pages that concern them rather than a 300-page manual.

Separating statements

Turn a yearly statement download into twelve monthly PDFs for filing or expense claims.

Preparing print jobs

Split a long document into printer-friendly chunks that stay under upload limits.

Value & benefits

Why people pick this tool

✓Free forever — no page caps, watermarks, sign-ups or premium tier
✓100% in-browser processing — your documents never touch a server
✓Works offline once the page has loaded, ideal for confidential files
✓No queues or waiting rooms — the work happens at the speed of your device

Frequently asked questions

FAQs

Final thoughts

The bottom line

Splitting locally means you can slice up confidential bundles — medical records, legal disclosure, payroll — without a third party ever holding a copy. Combine it with Merge PDF and you can restructure any document set entirely offline.

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