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Split by Pages
Split by Pages cuts a document into fixed-size chunks: choose N and you get a separate PDF for every N pages, with the final chunk carrying the remainder. Useful for turning a long scan into equal parts for printing or upload.
How to use Split by Pages
- Upload the PDF you want divided.
- Set the number of pages per output file, for example 10.
- Run the split and download each part from the results list.
Where Split by Pages is useful
- Breaking a 120-page scan into twelve 10-page files for an upload form that accepts limited sizes.
- Handing out sections of a manual to different reviewers.
- Producing chapter-sized files from a book export.
Formats, algorithms and limits
The split is computed on the page count alone, so each part is an exact consecutive block of pages starting from page 1. Parts keep the source page geometry and are copied without re-encoding, which means no quality loss and predictable file sizes.
Troubleshooting and honest limits
- Choose a page count that divides evenly if you want all parts the same length.
- Check the reported number of generated files before downloading — 200 pages at 5 per file means 40 downloads.
- If the document has a cover or index, extract it separately first so numbering stays logical.
Frequently asked questions
Can I control which page each part starts on?
Parts are consecutive blocks from page 1, so the start of each block follows from the chunk size. For arbitrary ranges use the standard Split PDF tool instead.
Is there a limit on the number of parts?
The only limit is your device. A 1,000-page file at five pages per part produces 200 local files, so make sure your browser is set to allow multiple downloads.
Are the parts still searchable?
Yes. Each part contains the original pages with their text layer intact, so search and copy continue to work.
What happens to the last part if pages do not divide evenly?
It contains the remaining pages, so a 23-page file split by fives yields four full parts and a final part of three pages.
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Page written and reviewed by the FreeConvertio engineering team on 2026-10-14. Split by Pages runs entirely in your browser — no uploads, no account and no daily limits.