Processed on your device
Files are not uploaded to CookPDF servers
The main operation runs in the browser on your device.
Keep the original
You should save the original file before changing the page structure or document quality.
Check the result
Review the order, page count, quality, and signatures before using the new file.
How to split PDF
Follow three steps and check the new file before using it.
Choose PDF
Open the document you want to divide into smaller parts.
Choose how to split
Enter page ranges or select the pages to turn into separate files.
Split and download
Check the ranges, then download the result files.
Highlights
Useful capabilities for the right task on PDF documents.
Split by page range
Divide the document by chapter, section, or specific page groups.
Extract individual pages
Create single-page files when your workflow needs to handle them independently.
Preview the range
Reduce mistakes when choosing the first and last pages.
Processed locally
Files are processed in the browser on your device.
Use cases
Common situations for arranging or optimizing PDFs.
Split a report by chapter
Create a separate file for each section of a long document.
Split a scanned document
Divide a single scan of multiple records into separate files.
Prepare files to send
Send only the part of the document the recipient actually needs.
Ready to split PDF?
Choose your PDF files to get started and check the result right in your browser.
Split PDF by page or page range online
Split a PDF file into individual pages, page ranges, or smaller document groups based on the ranges you choose.
When to use it?
- Split a report by chapter: Create a separate file for each section of a long document.
- Split a scanned document: Divide a single scan of multiple records into separate files.
- Prepare files to send: Send only the part of the document the recipient actually needs.
Recommended workflow
Keep the original files, set up the task on the preview, and check every affected page before downloading. For documents used for signing, printing, or official release, open the result file in another PDF reader to verify.
Limitations to know
Splitting a PDF creates new files from the selected page range. Bookmarks, internal links, form fields, or digital signatures may change or stop working as they did in the original file.
Data and session
The main operation runs on your device and files are not uploaded to CookPDF servers. The browser may cache data locally to restore your session; you can clear the session in the interface or clear website data in your browser settings.
Frequently asked questions
Information about results, limitations, and how files are handled.
Can I split by page range?
Can I split each page into its own file?
Does splitting a PDF delete the original file?
Are digital signatures preserved?
Ready to split PDF?
Choose your PDF files to get started and check the result right in your browser.