PDF Split & Merge – Free and efficient PDF splitting and merging.
PDF Split & Merge (often shortened to PDFsam) is one of the most popular open-source tools for working with PDF files. It lets you split PDFs, extract selected pages, and merge multiple PDFs into a single file—all through a clean, intuitive interface.
The program is available in a Basic edition (free) and an extended paid Pro version, but the free edition covers most everyday needs for typical users.
PDF Split & Merge Basic features
- 🔹 Split PDF: Split a PDF into multiple files – for example, one file per page or by a custom page range.
- 🔹 Merge PDF: Combine multiple PDF files in exactly the order you want.
- 🔹 Extract pages: Pull single or selected pages into a new file.
- 🔹 Visual merge and split: Use the visual editor to select and move pages between documents.
- 🔹 Batch processing: Handle many files at once.
All of this comes in a user-friendly interface, with no ads, watermarks, or limits in the free edition.
Compatibility and system requirements
PDFsam Basic works with:
- Windows 10 and 11
- macOS
- Linux
Requires Java Runtime Environment (JRE), which the installer can include during setup.
A tool for both personal and professional use
PDFsam is ideal for:
Anyone who wants to avoid online services and handle PDFs locally for better data privacy
Students and educators who work with many PDFs
Government agencies and businesses that need reliable, free software with no licensing fees