Split PDF

Splitting lets you pull the pages you actually need out of a long PDF, or break one big document into smaller files. ToucanPDF shows every page as a thumbnail so you can pick or cut visually — no typing page ranges and hoping you got them right.

How it works

1. 1Select your PDF — every page appears as a thumbnail.
2. 2Choose “Extract pages” to tap the pages you want in one new PDF, or “Split into files” to drop scissors between pages and cut the document into parts.
3. 3Click the button to download your extracted PDF (or a zip of the parts).

Frequently asked questions

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. Every ToucanPDF tool runs entirely inside your browser using your device’s own processing power. Your file is read into memory, worked on locally, and handed back as a download — it never travels to us or anyone else. You can even go offline after the page loads and the tool still works.

Can I get each split part as its own file?

Yes. In “Split into files” mode, each section between your cut points becomes its own PDF, and they’re bundled into a single zip for download.

Can I reorder pages while splitting?

Splitting keeps the original order. If you also need to rearrange, rotate, or delete pages, use the Organize PDF tool instead.