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Split a PDF and extract pages

Open a PDF, see how many pages it has and enter the pages or ranges you want. ToolsNest creates a new PDF with just those pages.

Drop a PDF here

One PDF · up to 100 MB

PDFs are read and written in your browser with the open-source pdf-lib library. Files are not uploaded to ToolsNest servers and are released from memory when you clear the tool or leave the page.

How to use the PDF Splitter

  1. 1Choose a PDF file.
  2. 2Check the page count.
  3. 3Enter pages, for example 1-3, 5, 9-12.
  4. 4Create and download the new PDF.

Supported formats and limits

  • One PDF up to 100 MB.
  • Ranges use commas and hyphens; pages keep the order you type, duplicates are ignored.
  • Encrypted or password-protected PDFs are not supported.

Common uses

  • Sending only the signed page of a contract.
  • Pulling one chapter out of a long report.
  • Removing cover pages before sharing.

Frequently asked questions

Can I reorder pages?

Yes. Pages appear in the order you type them, e.g. 5, 1-3.

Can I split into many files at once?

This version creates one new PDF per run. Repeat for additional ranges.

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