How to Split a PDF Into Separate Pages

Sometimes you don't need an entire PDF - just a few specific pages. Whether you're extracting a single page from a long document or splitting a PDF into multiple smaller files, knowing how to split PDFs efficiently can save you time and effort.

When to Split a PDF

Common scenarios where splitting PDFs comes in handy:

• Extracting specific pages: Pull out just the pages you need from a larger document
• Removing unwanted pages: Delete cover pages, blank pages, or irrelevant sections
• Creating handouts: Extract key pages from a presentation or manual
• Reducing file size: Share only the relevant portions of a large document
• Organizing content: Break a large PDF into logical sections

How to Split PDFs with PDFGo

Our PDF splitter makes it easy to extract exactly the pages you need:

Step 1: Upload Your PDF

Upload the PDF file you want to split. You can drag and drop it onto the page or click to browse your files.

Step 2: Select Pages to Extract

You'll see a visual preview of all pages in your document. Click on the pages you want to extract, or use the page range selector to choose multiple pages at once.

Step 3: Split and Download

Click "Split" to create your new PDF containing only the selected pages. Download it instantly.

Advanced Splitting Options

Extract Single Pages

Need just one page? Simply select it and split. Perfect for extracting a specific chart, form, or page of information.

Extract Page Ranges

Select a continuous range of pages (like pages 5-10) to create a new document with just that section.

Extract Multiple Selections

Select non-continuous pages (like pages 2, 5, and 8) to combine them into a new document.

Why PDFGo for Splitting PDFs?

Browser-Based Processing

Your PDF is processed entirely in your browser. Files never upload to any server, keeping your documents private and secure.

Visual Page Selection

See exactly what you're extracting with our page thumbnail previews. No guessing about page numbers.

Instant Results

Split PDFs in seconds, not minutes. Our efficient processing means less waiting.

Tips for Effective PDF Splitting

1. Use page thumbnails: Preview helps you identify the exact pages you need
2. Check page numbers: Some PDFs have different printed page numbers than actual page counts
3. Verify your selection: Review selected pages before splitting to ensure accuracy

Start Splitting PDFs Now

Ready to extract pages from your PDF? Try our free PDF Splitter tool - no account required for basic use.