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100% Client-Side • Your Files Never Leave Your Browser
Split PDF Free — Extract Pages Instantly
Split a PDF into individual pages or extract specific page ranges. Visual thumbnail selector, no uploads, no signup, no file size limits.
Your Files Stay Private
Never uploaded to any server. Processing happens entirely in your browser.
No Size Limits
Process files of any size — limited only by your browser memory.
No Account Required
Start immediately. No signup, no email, no tracking.
Works Offline
After first load, the tool works without internet connection.
Why Choose NativeSmith Split?
Built different from traditional online tools. No compromises on privacy or usability.
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Split into individual page files
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Visual page selector with thumbnails
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No file size limits
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Works offline after first load
How It Works
Three simple steps to split your PDF files.
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Add PDF
Drag and drop a PDF file or click to browse. The file never leaves your browser.
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Select Pages
Use visual thumbnails to pick pages. Click individual pages, enter ranges (1,3,5-10), or select all.
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Split & Download
Click "Split PDF" and download instantly as a ZIP or individual files. No waiting, no email required.
PDF Guides & Tutorials
Learn how to get the most out of NativeSmith with our step-by-step guides.
How to Split PDF Files
Learn different ways to split PDFs — extract specific pages, use page ranges, or burst every page into separate files.
How to Merge PDF Files
Complete guide to combining multiple PDF files into one document using NativeSmith. Includes tips for reordering pages.
How to Compress PDF Files
Reduce PDF file size while preserving quality. Honest compression that works.
Need Advanced Split Options?
Upgrade to Pro Pass for split by bookmarks, split by file size, burst all pages, and batch splitting. $4.99/month or $39/year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. All splitting happens entirely in your browser using pdf-lib. Your files never leave your device — you can verify this in your browser's Network tab (no upload requests).
Can I extract non-consecutive pages?
Yes, you can select any combination of pages to extract into a new PDF. Use the visual page selector to pick individual pages or enter page ranges (e.g., 1,3,5-10).
Is there a limit on how many files I can create?
No. You can split into as many files as you need. Free tier: 2 files per operation. Pro Pass: unlimited output files.
Does it preserve bookmarks and links?
Internal links and bookmarks within extracted pages are preserved where possible. Cross-document links may not resolve in the split output.
Can I split by bookmarks or file size?
Free tier: manual page selection only. Pro Pass: split by bookmarks, split by file size (e.g., 10MB chunks), and burst all pages into individual files.
Does it work offline?
Yes. After the initial page load, the split tool works completely offline. No internet connection required for processing.