How to Split a PDF into Separate Files

Splitting a PDF turns one document into several smaller ones. It is useful when you only need to send part of a long file, when an upload form has a size limit, or when one scan contains several separate documents. PDFMasala's Split PDF tool offers several ways to split, and it works without uploading your file.

How to split a PDF, step by step

Open Split PDF from the home page or the top menu.
Choose your PDF. Drop it on the page or click to browse. Small pictures of all pages appear on the left.
Pick how to split. Choose one of the ways described below.
Check the pages. Ticked pages and the summary show exactly which files will be created.
Split and download. The parts are saved as separate PDFs, together in one ZIP file when there are several.

Ways to split

By page ranges: type ranges such as 1-5, 8, 12-20. Each range becomes its own PDF.
Every page separately: one PDF per page, handy for scanned forms.
Into equal parts: for example, a 60-page file into 3 files of 20 pages.
By file size: keeps each part under a size you choose, useful for email or upload limits.
By text: starts a new part wherever a word or phrase you type appears, such as Invoice No. at the top of each invoice in a combined scan.

Tips

To pull out a few pages without splitting the rest, select just those pages and download them as one file.
Splitting by text needs real text in the PDF. A scan made of pictures has none.
After splitting, give the parts meaningful names with Batch Rename.

Frequently asked questions

Does splitting reduce quality?

No. Pages are copied unchanged into the new files.

Can I join the parts again later?

Yes, with Merge PDF.

Is my PDF uploaded?

No. The file is read and split by your browser on your own device.

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