Split a Large PDF into Smaller Files — Free
Overview
Large PDFs are a friction point — they're slow to email, hit upload limits on portals, and take ages to scroll through. Splitting a large PDF into logical sections (chapters, sections, or batches of pages) makes documents easier to navigate, share, and submit. PDF Mavericks handles splits of any size in your browser.
How to Use This Tool
Upload your large PDF on the Split page. Choose your split method: define page ranges like '1-25, 26-50, 51-75' to create equal sections, or enter specific page numbers to extract chapters. Click Split and download the resulting files — individually or as a ZIP. Compress each section afterward if needed for email.
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Split PDF →Frequently Asked Questions
Can I split a 500-page PDF by chapter?
Yes. Enter the page range for each chapter (e.g., 1-42 for chapter 1, 43-89 for chapter 2) and the tool creates a separate PDF for each range.
Is there a maximum file size for splitting?
The practical limit is your browser's available memory. Files up to 500MB split reliably on most modern computers. For very large files, use a desktop browser rather than mobile.
Can I split the PDF and then merge select sections?
Yes. Split into sections first, then upload the sections you want to the Merge tool to combine in any order.