Key takeaways
- Split by custom ranges, every N pages or one file per page.
- Use ranges like 1-3, 4-6, 7 to create exactly the files you need.
- Want just a few pages in one file? Use Pick pages or Extract pages.
- Multiple results download as a ZIP file.
A 60-page bank statement when you only need two months, a scanned pile that should be three separate documents, a report you want to share chapter by chapter — splitting a PDF solves all of these.
Four ways to split
| Mode | What it does | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Custom ranges | One file per range | 1-3, 4-6, 7 → 3 files |
| Every N pages | Equal parts | Every 2 pages → pairs |
| Each page | One PDF per page | 10 pages → 10 files |
| Pick pages | One new PDF with chosen pages | 1, 3, 5-7 |
How to split a PDF
- Open Split PDF and add your file.
- Choose a mode and enter the ranges or number of pages.
- Click Split PDF.
- Download the result — a single PDF or a ZIP with several files.
Splitting a batch of scans
If you scanned several documents in one go, split them back apart with Custom ranges. Look at the thumbnails to see where each document starts.
Related tools
- Keep only some pages: Extract pages lets you click the pages visually.
- Remove a few pages: Remove pages deletes what you don't need.
- Reorder pages: Organize PDF.
- Put files back together: Merge PDF.
Split on your phone
All modes work in the mobile browser and in the Osd-Scan app. Share the result directly to email or chat.
Private by default
Bank statements and contracts are frequent split jobs — and they're sensitive. Splitting runs inside your browser; your file is never uploaded.
Frequently asked questions
How do I write page ranges?
Use commas between groups and hyphens for ranges, for example 1-3, 4, 8-10.
Does splitting reduce quality?
No. Pages are copied exactly, without re-compression.
Can I split a scanned PDF?
Yes. Splitting works the same for scanned and digital PDFs.
Why did I get a ZIP file?
When splitting creates several PDFs, they're packed into one ZIP for a single download.