PlainPDF extracts the page numbers or ranges you enter into a new PDF. It preserves the original file and does not modify pages that are not selected.
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How it works
The browser parses entries such as 1-3,5, copies those pages into a new PDF, and downloads the result. Invalid, corrupt, or encrypted PDFs may not load.
Best suited to
- Extracting one page or several known page ranges.
- Creating a smaller document from selected pages.
Not designed for
- Automatically detecting blank pages.
- Editing content within a selected page.
How to split pdf
- Choose a PDF.
- Enter the pages to extract.
- Download the new PDF.
When to use this tool
- Send only relevant pages.
- Create a smaller document from a report.
Specific compression guides
Use these task guides when you have a strict upload or email limit.
Privacy and file handling
Files are processed in your browser and are not uploaded to our servers. Closing or resetting the tool clears the selected files from this page.
Limitations
- Enter page numbers such as 1-3,5.
- Encrypted or corrupt PDFs may fail.
Frequently asked questions
Can I extract one page?
Yes. Enter a single page number.
Can I choose separate pages?
Yes. Use commas, for example 1,3,6.
Do I need an account?
No. Core tools do not require an account or email address.
Can I use this on a phone?
Yes. The page and upload controls work in modern mobile browsers.