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Easily split PDF documents into separate parts or individual pages. Everything runs locally in your browser — no uploads, no signup, private by design.
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Split a PDF into separate files — fast, private, and browser-based
Need to split a document into multiple parts or remove unnecessary pages? headPDF splits your file locally in your browser — no uploads, no watermarks, no waiting.
What is PDF splitting?
PDF splitting means taking a single PDF and turning it into multiple smaller PDF files or dividing it into separate parts. It’s useful when you need to share a specific section, remove unnecessary pages, or organize a large document into individual files.
Divide into parts: create multiple PDFs from one document.
Select pages: keep only the pages you need and save them as a new file.
Why split PDFs with headPDF?
Fast & simple
Split in a couple of clicks. Choose file → Adjust options → split and download. Clean UI with zero distractions.
Private by design
Your PDF is processed locally in your browser. No server upload, no storage, no “send us your files”.
Advanced page control
Preview every page, rotate, delete, duplicate, reorder, and split exactly the way you need.
Free & no watermark
Split PDF pages without watermarks or annoying “trial” screens. Great for quick everyday tasks.
How to split a PDF online
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Upload your PDF
Choose a file from your device. We don’t upload it anywhere.
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Open Options
Preview pages and choose what to keep for your new files.
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Edit pages (optional)
Delete, rotate, duplicate, or reorder pages before splitting.
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Split & download ZIP
Get separate PDFs packed into a single ZIP archive.
Need only a few pages? Delete the rest, then split — you’ll get a clean smaller PDF.
Scanned documents? Split into single pages, then share only what’s needed.
Large files? Try splitting first, then compress each part later.
Common use cases for splitting PDFs
People split PDFs for work, school, and personal tasks — especially when sharing only specific parts of a document.
Separate signature pages, appendices, or specific clauses into new files.
Share only the relevant chapter or summary section with your team.
Split multi-page scans into individual pages for easy uploads.
Divide a large book PDF into chapters or specific homework pages.
Privacy matters
headPDF processes files locally in your browser. That means your PDFs are not uploaded to our servers, not stored, and not shared. This is ideal for sensitive documents like contracts, IDs, invoices, and medical forms.
Frequently Asked Questions about PDF Splitting
Is it safe to split documents using headPDF?
Yes. Thanks to WebAssembly technology, splitting happens locally in your browser. Your PDF files are not uploaded to our servers, ensuring complete privacy and data security.
Can I choose specific pages to split?
Absolutely. You can preview all pages of the document, select the ones you need, remove unwanted ones, or split the file into several parts by a given page range.
In what format will I receive the result?
You will receive a ZIP archive containing all the split PDF files. This is convenient for fast downloading and easy organization of documents on your device.
What are the limits for splitting files?
Free users have a limit of up to 100 files or 100 MB per hour. The PRO plan completely removes these time restrictions and allows you to process PDFs up to 1000 MB each with no limit on the number of tasks.
Does splitting work on iPhone or Android?
Yes, headPDF works in any modern mobile browser. You can split PDFs directly on your smartphone without installing any additional apps.
Why can't I split some PDF files?
This most often happens due to password protection or document encryption. Also, check if the file size exceeds the limits of your current plan.
Will splitting affect page quality?
No. We do not re-compress the document — we simply extract the required pages in their original quality. Text and images will remain identical to the original.
Do I need to install any special software?
No. headPDF works directly in your browser. No downloads, installations, or registrations are required for basic use.