How do I split a PDF file online?

Upload a PDF file, choose a split mode such as custom page range, odd pages, even pages, or split every X pages, then download the output.

Can I split a PDF into multiple smaller files?

Yes. Use the split every X pages option to divide a large PDF into multiple smaller PDF files.

Can I export odd or even pages?

Yes. You can export only odd pages or only even pages from a PDF.

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Q: Can I extract specific pages from a PDF?

Yes. You can enter page ranges like 1-3, 5, or 8-10 and export only those pages into a new PDF.

Q: Does this PDF splitter upload my file?

The tool is designed for browser-based processing to reduce unnecessary upload delays.

Drag and drop PDF here • Extract pages, split by range, odd/even, or every X pages

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Split PDF Online

Split PDF files online for free. Extract selected pages, split by page range, export odd or even pages, or divide large PDFs into smaller files.

Extract PDF pagesSplit by rangeSplit every X pagesBrowser-based

How to use PDF Split Online

1. Upload your PDF file

Click Select PDF File or drag and drop your PDF into the upload area. The tool reads the file and shows details such as file name, file size, and total pages.

One PDF can be split at a time.
The maximum supported file size is 100 MB.
After upload, choose the split option you need.

2. Choose a split option

Select how you want to split or extract pages from your PDF. The tool supports four useful split modes:

Custom Range: Extract selected pages using page numbers or page ranges.
Split Every X Pages: Divide a large PDF into multiple smaller PDF files.
Odd Pages: Export only odd-numbered pages.
Even Pages: Export only even-numbered pages.

3. Extract selected pages using custom range

Choose Custom Range when you want only specific pages from a PDF. Enter page numbers or ranges in the page range box.

Single page: 1
Multiple pages: 1, 3, 5
Page range: 1-5
Mixed range: 1-3, 6, 8-10

This mode creates one new PDF containing only the selected pages.

4. Split PDF every X pages

Choose Split Every X Pages when you want to divide a long PDF into multiple smaller PDF files. Enter how many pages each output file should contain.

Enter 1 to create one PDF for every page.
Enter 2 to create files with 2 pages each.
Enter 5 to split a large PDF into 5-page parts.

When multiple files are generated, the output downloads as a ZIP file.

5. Export odd or even pages

Choose Odd Pages or Even Pages when you only need alternate pages from the PDF. This is useful for scanned documents, double-sided scan cleanup, or separating front and back pages.

6. Set output file name

For custom range, odd page, and even page exports, enter a clear output file name such as selected-pages.pdf, odd-pages.pdf, or extracted-report.pdf.

For Split Every X Pages mode, the tool creates multiple files and downloads them together as a ZIP.

7. Download the split PDF output

Click Export Selected Pages or Split PDF. The tool processes your PDF and downloads the output file. Open the result once after download to confirm that the selected pages and split mode are correct.

Extract pages from PDF

Select specific pages like 1-3, 5, or 8-10 and export only those pages into a new PDF file.

Split PDF into multiple files

Divide large PDFs into smaller files using the split every X pages option and download the output as a ZIP.

Export odd or even pages

Export odd or even pages separately, useful for scanned documents, double-sided cleanup, and page organization.

Split PDF files for different needs

Use SmartTools PDF Split to split PDF files by page range, extract selected pages, or divide a large PDF into smaller documents. It is useful when you only need a few pages from a long report, scanned document, contract, invoice file, or study material.

You can create one extracted PDF from selected pages or generate multiple smaller PDFs by splitting every fixed number of pages. This helps when preparing files for email, online forms, uploads, printing, or document sharing.

Best use cases

Extract selected pages from reports or contracts.
Split large PDFs into smaller upload-friendly files.
Separate chapters, invoices, forms, or scanned pages.
Export odd or even pages from double-sided scans.
Create smaller PDF parts for email or portal submission.

PDF splitting tips

Use page ranges like 1-3, 5, 8-10 for custom extraction.
Use split every X pages for large documents and batches.
Use odd or even mode for scanned two-sided documents.
Check the output file before submitting important documents.
Use a clear file name so the split PDF is easy to identify.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I split a PDF online?

Upload your PDF, choose a split mode, enter the required page range or split size, and download the output PDF or ZIP file.

Can I extract specific pages from a PDF?

Yes. Use Custom Range mode and enter pages like 1-3, 5, or 8-10. The tool creates a new PDF containing only those selected pages.

Can I split one PDF into multiple smaller files?

Yes. Use Split Every X Pages mode. For example, entering 2 creates output files with 2 pages each. Multiple files are downloaded as a ZIP.

Can I export only odd pages?

Yes. Choose Odd Pages mode to export only odd-numbered pages from your PDF.

Can I export only even pages?

Yes. Choose Even Pages mode to export only even-numbered pages from your PDF.

What page range format can I use?

You can use single pages, comma-separated pages, ranges, or mixed ranges. Examples: 1, 1,3,5, 1-5, or 1-3,6,8-10.

Why does Split Every X Pages download a ZIP file?

Split Every X Pages can create multiple PDF files. The tool packs those files into a ZIP so you can download them together.

Does this tool change my original PDF?

No. The tool downloads a new output file. Your original PDF file remains unchanged on your device.

Does this PDF splitter upload my file?

The tool is designed for browser-based processing, which helps reduce unnecessary upload delays and keeps splitting fast.

Is this PDF splitter free?

Yes. SmartTools PDF Split is free to use online.

Important note

Always review your selected pages before downloading the output file. Make sure the page range, split mode, and output file name are correct before using the final PDF for submission, printing, or sharing.

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