PDF tool
Split PDF
Split a PDF at page ranges and download a ZIP of results.
Split PDF workspace
Workspace
Split PDF
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Your PDF result will appear here.
No page is uploaded to create it.
The guide
By the utils.sbs team · Reviewed November 2026 · How we build and review tools
Quick answer
Split PDF is a free browser-based pdf tool. Split a PDF at page ranges and download a ZIP of results. It runs with pdf-lib locally, requires no account and does not upload your files. Open the page, add your input, adjust any options and download the result.
What is Split PDF?
Split PDF is a free browser-based pdf tool from utils.sbs. Split a PDF at page ranges and download a ZIP of results. It is built for quick, focused jobs: open the page, add your input, adjust the options and take the result with you. No account, install or server upload is required.
At a glance
| Category | |
|---|---|
| Input | PDF, or images for image-to-PDF operations |
| Output | A PDF, extracted text or archive, depending on the operation |
| Engine | pdf-lib |
| Processing | In your browser |
| Price | Free |
| Account | Not required |
How Split PDF works
PDF pages are parsed and written with pdf-lib in the browser. The document stays on your device from upload to download.
How to use Split PDF
- 1Open Split PDF and add your input.
- 2Adjust the options: ranges.
- 3Run the tool, check the preview or result, and download the output.
When to use Split PDF
- Organise, split or combine pages before sending a document.
- Extract text or convert a PDF for another workflow.
- Add a signature, watermark or page numbers to a document.
Inputs and options
- Ranges
- Separate ranges with commas. Each range becomes its own PDF.
Limitations
Scanned PDFs may not expose selectable text, and very large documents can be slow on low-memory devices.
Privacy and accuracy
Split PDF processes its input in the browser whenever the platform API allows it. Files and values are not uploaded to a server for processing, and the tool does not require an account. For calculations, use the result as a reference and verify important decisions against the source formula or a qualified professional. Read our methodology.
FAQ
Split PDF questions
What can I do with Split PDF?
Split a PDF at page ranges and download a ZIP of results. Split PDF is part of the PDF shelf on utils.sbs and is designed for quick, one-off tasks.
Is Split PDF free to use?
Yes. Split PDF is free, requires no account, and has no per-file or per-use charge.
Are my files uploaded when I use Split PDF?
No. Split PDF is designed to process your input locally in the browser. Files are not uploaded to a server for processing.
What formats does Split PDF support?
It works with PDF input and produces a downloadable PDF or extracted text, depending on the operation.
Can I use Split PDF on my phone?
Yes. Split PDF is responsive and works in modern mobile browsers. Very large files may be limited by the device's available memory.
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