How to Split PDF, Word, Excel, JPG, and PPT Files Online

Whether you need to extract specific pages from a lengthy report, separate chapters from an eBook, or divide a presentation into individual sections, splitting PDFs helps you share exactly what's needed without overwhelming recipients. From working with PDFs, Word documents, and images, to spreadsheets or slideshows, splitting files doesn’t have to be a hassle.

How to Split PDF Pages Online

Here's the quickest way to split your PDF into separate files:

1. Upload your PDF — Visit our Split PDF tool in your browser and drag and drop your file into the upload area or click “Choose Files” to select a file from your device.
2. Choose split method — All your pages will now open, and you can select between extracting specific pages or splitting at regular intervals.
3. Mark your divisions — Select the pages you want to split by clicking the scissors icon next to the relevant pages, or enter page ranges (like 1-3, 4-8).
4. Preview and adjust — Check your selections and click the “Split” button in the top right-hand corner to create your new documents.
5. Download your files — You'll be taken to a screen where you can download each page individually or all the selected pages at once. Click “Download” when you're ready, and the split pages will download to your device in a ZIP file.

Pro tip: Your original PDF remains unchanged — we create new files from your selections.

Why Use Smallpdf's PDF Splitter

• Split without limits — No restrictive file size or page limits.
• Your files stay private — TLS encryption protects your uploads, and files are automatically deleted after one hour. We're ISO/IEC 27001 certified and GDPR compliant.
• Works everywhere — No software downloads needed. Split PDFs on Mac, Windows, Linux, or mobile devices directly in your browser.
• Smart splitting options — Extract individual pages, split by page ranges, or divide into equal parts. You can even remove pages while splitting.
• Batch processing available — Pro users can split multiple PDFs simultaneously, saving hours on document management.

What about Word, PPT, JPG, and Excel?

Need to split an image or another file type? By converting files to and from PDF, you can take advantage of our flexible workflows that make splitting even non-PDF formats, like JPG, Word, Excel, or PowerPoint, quick and easy.

• Access our PDF Converter to change your file to PDF.
• Click “Split PDF” from the toolbar on the right-hand side.
• Follow the previous instructions to split your file.
• After this, you can simply convert the file back to its original format.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Splitting PDF, Word, Excel, JPG, and PPT Files Online

Can I split PDFs for free?

Yes. You can split PDFs for free with Smallpdf’s online Split tool. Free users can complete two tasks per day, while Pro users get unlimited access, faster processing, and batch splitting for multiple documents at once.

Will splitting a PDF affect the original file?

No, your original document remains completely untouched. The tool creates new, smaller files based on your selected pages, so you’ll always keep an unchanged copy of your original PDF for reference.

How secure is the online Split PDF tool?

Every upload is protected by TLS encryption, and all files are automatically deleted from our servers after one hour. Smallpdf is ISO/IEC 27001 certified and fully GDPR-compliant, so your data stays private and secure from start to finish.

Can I split Word, Excel, JPG, or PowerPoint files too?

Absolutely. Convert your file to PDF first using our PDF Converter, split it using the same simple steps, and then convert it back to its original format if needed. It’s quick, consistent, and works in any browser.

Is there a file-size limit for splitting PDFs?

Most files will upload without issue. Pro users enjoy the option to process several documents at once.