Split PDF: how it works
To split a PDF, open the Split PDF tool, upload your file, choose the page ranges you want to extract, and download the results. PDFER separates the pages locally in your browser, so the original file never leaves your device.
How to use Split PDF
- Open the Split PDF tool and add your PDF.
- Enter the page ranges to extract (for example, 1-3, 5, 8-10).
- Click to split.
- Download the resulting PDF or PDFs.
In your browser vs. uploading to a server
Best for pulling specific pages out of contracts, statements, or scans without exposing them. In-browser splitting keeps the source private, unlike upload-based splitters.
Frequently asked questions
How do I extract specific pages from a PDF?
- Open the Split tool, type the pages or ranges you want (e.g. 2-4, 7), and split. Each range becomes an independent PDF you can download.
Can I split one PDF into several separate files?
- Yes. Define multiple ranges and PDFER produces a separate PDF for each, all generated in the browser.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
- No. PDFER runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly and JavaScript. Your files are read into memory on your device, processed locally, and never sent to PDFER or any third party. Closing the tab or leaving the tool erases them from memory.
Is it free, and is there a file-size limit?
- Yes, it is free with no account, no watermarks, and no daily caps. Because processing happens on your own device, the only practical size limit is your device's available memory rather than a server upload quota.
PDFER is a privacy-first PDF toolkit built by Kiril Urbonas. Every tool runs entirely in your browser — see our security model and privacy policy.